2 Killed in Nangloi DTC Bus Accident, Locals Burn Vehicle in Protest

Tragedy struck outer Delhi’s Nangloi early Monday as a DTC bus careened out of control on Nangloi-Najafgarh Road, killing two and injuring others near Kamruddin Nagar village in Nihal Vihar area.

Reports indicate the bus, hurtling at excessive speed, first fatally crushed a young scooter rider. The momentum carried it forward to hit an e-rickshaw and roadside walkers, amplifying the death toll and injuries.

In the ensuing frenzy, irate bystanders trashed the bus and torched it, leading to a tense standoff. Fire department teams doused the flames, while law enforcement contained the crowd.

High-ranking officers DCP Vikram Singh and Joint CP Jatin Narwal surveyed the damage and mobilized investigative units. A police case is registered, scrutinizing the driver’s actions and potential vehicle faults.

Survivors are receiving intensive medical attention. Statements from the public are pouring in as police piece together the timeline. With normalcy restored, this incident reignites debates on public transport safety and accountability in India’s bustling capital.