Mohan Kuthar

Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Jun 23: A potentially serious mishap was averted near Yenepoya Hospital on Tuesday when a passenger bus mounted a road divider after its driver reportedly suffered a sudden drop in blood pressure and lost control of the vehicle.

The driver, identified as Janardhana, fell critically ill while driving the 'Gopalakrishna' bus from Mangaluru towards Mudipu.

Unable to maintain control due to the sudden medical emergency, Janardhana reportedly steered the moving vehicle onto the divider. The unexpected incident triggered panic among the passengers, but a major disaster was avoided as the bus came to a safe halt without causing any injuries to those on board.

Realising the seriousness of the driver's condition, the bus conductor and passengers acted swiftly, arranging for an ambulance to shift Janardhana to Yenepoya Hospital. He was admitted for immediate medical treatment and is reported to be in a serious condition.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the mishap was entirely triggered by the driver's sudden health crisis rather than any mechanical failure.

Further updates regarding his health condition are awaited.