Tamil Nadu: 12 killed, 40 injured as 2 buses crash head-on in Sivaganga

At least 12 people were killed and more than 40 injured in a devastating road accident near Kummangudi, close to Kundrakkudi in Sivaganga district, when two Tamil Nadu government buses collided head-on on Sunday evening, an official said.

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The impact was so severe that several passengers died on the spot, while many others were trapped inside the mangled buses.

Local residents rushed to the scene, helping police pull out the injured as rescue operations continued late into the evening. According to initial information, both buses were travelling in opposite directions when they collided on a narrow stretch of road.

Police officials said they are examining whether over-speeding, poor visibility or driver fatigue contributed to the crash.