Total of 28 individuals, including several schoolchildren, were injured in a road accident involving a bus transporting students in Mahiyanganaya this morning.
According to Mahiyanganaya Police, the accident occurred earlier today (25), prompting an immediate emergency response. All injured persons have been admitted to the Mahiyanganaya Base Hospital for medical treatment.
Hospital sources confirmed that while some of the injuries were minor, a few individuals are being monitored closely due to the nature of their injuries.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident. Further details are expected as the inquiry progresses.
This incident has raised concerns about school transport safety in the area, with parents and residents urging authorities to take necessary precautions to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
