Speeding PU bus kills senior citizen in tragic incident

A senior citizen was killed and his young granddaughter was injured in a sad road accident in Lahore’s Gulberg area on Thursday morning after their motorbike was struck by a Punjab University speeding bus.

A tragic accident took place when 66-year-old Saleem Hussain was on his way to drop his granddaughter at school. A Punjab University (PU) bus crashed into his motorcycle from behind, killing him on the spot. The incident has sparked concern about road safety and public transport accountability.

According to rescue teams and eyewitnesses, the university bus hit the motorcyclist near a busy road. Hussain died immediately due to the impact. Shockingly, the bus driver fled the scene soon after the collision, leaving the victim behind.Police have launched an investigation and are working to find and arrest the driver. They have appealed to the public for any information that could help in locating him. So far, Punjab University has not issued any official statement on the matter.

The incident has led to widespread public reaction. Many are demanding stricter traffic laws and better training for drivers, especially those operating vehicles used for school or university transport. Concerns are also being raised about the lack of supervision and accountability for such public service drivers.

Authorities are treating the case seriously and have assured that the driver will be brought to justice. Meanwhile, road safety activists are calling for immediate reforms to prevent similar accidents, especially in school zones and high-traffic areas. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the urgent need for improved traffic management on busy urban roads.