A speeding van carrying school students overturned in Mulad Village of Gujarat's Surat district on Monday. During the incident, a total of six students suffered minor injuries. From the CCTV visuals, it could be seen that a van carrying students suddenly overturned on the other side of the road. Soon after the accident, people in the vicinity arrived at the scene to make all possible help.
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Union Minister Praful Pansheriya Asks Parents To Meet Drivers When Hiring Private Vans
Speaking about the incident, Union Minister Praful Pansheriya requested parents to ensure that when they hire private vans, a meeting involving the owner, driver, and all parents should be arranged. He also suggested that there must be a discussion with the children as well so that they can report rash driving.
"An incident occurred early morning today. There were around 9 children in the van; 6 of these children suffered minor injuries...I urge parents that when you hire private vans, there should be a meeting of the owner, driver, and all parents...A conversation should also be done with the children...If a driver commits a mistake and indulges in speedy driving, what the child tells parents should be taken seriously. A complaint of such a van driver should be made to the Police. The Police is taking strict action into today's incident," he said, news agency ANI reported.