At least seven killed, 40 hurt as as two State-run buses from Maharashtra collide near Surat; one catches fire
A collision between two state-run buses in Gujarat's Surat district resulted in seven deaths and 40 injuries. One of the buses caught fire following the crash, which occurred on National Highway 53.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns and the need for improved infrastructure and transport regulation in India.
At least seven persons were killed, and around 40 were injured after two buses operated by the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) collided near Bardoli town in Gujarat s Surat district on Tuesday (June 2, 2026), and one of them caught fire, police said.
The report provides a factual account of a tragic accident based on police statements.
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