Sambalpur, Odisha — A serious road accident shook the Sambalpur district in the early hours of Saturday, December 27, 2025, when a tourist bus overturned on a major highway, leaving several passengers injured and sparking rescue operations.
What Happened
A tourist bus carrying 17 passengers was en route from Bhubaneswar to Sambalpur when it met with a mishap on National Highway 55 near the Jujumura police station area in Sambalpur district. The vehicle reportedly lost control and overturned on the busy highway in the early morning hours, leading to chaos among those onboard and nearby motorists.
Casualties and Injuries
Preliminary reports confirm that more than 10 passengers were injured, with several critically hurt in the accident. Some of the injured sustained serious injuries, including fractures and trauma, and were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care.
Rescue and Medical Response
Emergency services, including police and medical personnel, were quickly alerted after the crash. Injured passengers were transported to Sambalpur District Headquarters Hospital and other medical facilities for treatment. The swift response helped prevent the situation from worsening, though several victims remain under observation due to the severity of their injuries.
Possible Cause
While investigations are ongoing, initial eyewitness accounts suggest that the driver may have lost control of the vehicle — possibly due to fatigue — resulting in the collision with road infrastructure before the bus overturned. Police officials are examining the exact cause.