10 Dead, Over 80 Injured; Chhattisgarh Government Announces Ex-Gratia For Victims
The accident took place on Sunday in Jharkhand’s Latehar district when a bus travelling from Balrampur overturned at the Orsa Bangladara Ghat.
Published : January 19, 2026 at 10:41 PM IST
Raipur: At least 10 people were killed and more than 80 injured after a bus carrying residents of Balrampur district in Chhattisgarh met with a major accident in Jharkhand’s Latehar district on Sunday. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed grief over the tragic incident and announced financial compensation for the victims.
The Chief Minister conveyed his condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the accident and said that the Chhattisgarh government stands with the bereaved families during this difficult time.
Announcing the compensation, CM Vishnu Deo Sai said that the state government will provide an ex-gratia amount of Rs 5 lakh to the families of each of the 10 deceased persons. Additionally, financial assistance of Rs 50,000 will be given to each injured person. He clarified that this assistance would be provided in addition to the relief and insurance amounts available under government schemes.
“The bus accident near Balrampur is extremely tragic and painful. My heartfelt condolences are with the families who have lost their loved ones. In this hour of grief, the Chhattisgarh government stands with the affected families,” the Chief Minister said.
CM Sai also directed the administration to ensure that there is no lapse in the treatment of the injured and that they are provided with the best possible medical facilities. He wished for the speedy recovery of all those injured in the accident.
The accident took place on Sunday in Jharkhand’s Latehar district when a bus travelling from Balrampur overturned at the Orsa Bangladara Ghat under the Mahuadanr police station area. The bus was carrying guests to a wedding function when it met with the accident.
According to officials, 10 people, including five women, lost their lives in the crash, while more than 80 passengers sustained injuries. The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals, where several are reported to be in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
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