A tragic Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident has claimed the lives of six devotees who were returning after paying their respects at the holy shrine of Sri Anandpur Sahib. The devastating incident occurred near the village of Pain Majra when the bus lost control and overturned, leaving several passengers injured and triggering a wave of grief across Punjab.
Sri Anandpur Sahib witnessed emotional scenes as news of the Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident spread, deeply affecting devotees and local residents connected to the sacred pilgrimage route.
Bhagwant Mann Expresses Deep Grief
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed profound sorrow over the Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident, calling it a heartbreaking loss of innocent lives. In his message shared on X (formerly Twitter), he said the tragedy had deeply wounded his heart and prayed for the departed souls.
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਨੰਦਪੁਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਤੋਂ ਦਰਸ਼ਨ ਕਰਕੇ ਪਰਤ ਰਹੇ ਸ਼ਰਧਾਲੂਆਂ ਦੀ ਬੱਸ ਪਿੰਡ ਪੈਨ ਮਾਜਰੀ ਨੇੜੇ ਪਲਟਣ ਦੀ ਬੇਹੱਦ ਦੁਖਦਾਈ ਖ਼ਬਰ ਮਿਲੀ। ਇਸ ਭਿਆਨਕ ਹਾਦਸੇ ਵਿੱਚ 6 ਸ਼ਰਧਾਲੂਆਂ ਦੀ ਜਾਨ ਚਲੇ ਜਾਣ ਦਾ ਸੁਣ ਕੇ ਮਨ ਨੂੰ ਬਹੁਤ ਡੂੰਘੀ ਠੇਸ ਪਹੁੰਚੀ ਹੈ। ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਵਿਛੜੀਆਂ ਰੂਹਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ ਚਰਨਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਿਵਾਸ ਬਖਸ਼ੇ ਅਤੇ ਪਿੱਛੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਾਂ ਨੂੰ…
— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) April 15, 2026
He also assured that the Punjab government stands firmly with the affected families in this hour of grief. The Chief Minister confirmed that instructions have been issued to the administration to ensure proper medical treatment for all injured victims of the Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident.
Rescue and Relief Operations
Following the Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident, local residents were among the first to reach the scene, helping rescue injured passengers and rushing them to nearby hospitals. Their quick response has been widely appreciated amid the tragedy.
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Authorities are now investigating the cause of the accident, while medical teams continue to monitor the condition of the injured.
State Mourning and Support
The Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident has left the region in mourning, with many expressing condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. The Punjab government has assured full support, including medical assistance and relief measures for the victims.
As the state grieves, officials have reiterated their commitment to preventing such tragedies in the future and improving road safety measures across pilgrimage routes.
The Sri Anandpur Sahib bus accident remains a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the urgent need for stronger transport safety systems in the region.