APST Bus Collision Highlights Road Safety Concerns

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A road accident involving an Arunachal Pradesh State Transport (APST) bus and a Silapathar-based bus from Assam occurred on January 13, 2025. The incident took place on the Daporijo-Itanagar route, leaving several passengers injured. Eyewitnesses reported that the collision was caused by poor visibility and inadequate road conditions.

This accident underscores the urgent need for improved road infrastructure and adherence to safety protocols in Arunachal Pradesh. The state’s challenging terrain makes road travel inherently risky, necessitating stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and investment in better road maintenance. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine accountability and implement measures to prevent similar occurrences.