India: 26 killed, 20 injured in bus-truck collision in Assam state
Bus-truck collision in Indian Assam state results in 26 deaths and 20 injuries, with Prime Minister announcing compensation
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
New Delhi, Nov 13 (KUNA) -- At least 26 people were killed and 20 others injured on Friday following a head-on collision between a passenger bus and a transport truck in the Golaghat district of Assam state in northeastern India. The Press Trust of India, citing officials, reported that at least 26 passengers died and 20 others were injured in the crash, which occurred near Kaziranga National Park in Golaghat district, Assam. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and announced financial compensation for the victims’ families and the injured. (End) a.t.k / f.a.s
