Ten Injured in Collision of Metro Buses at Azadi Station, Lahore

LAHORE: Ten passengers were injured in a collision involving two Metro buses at Azadi Station on Tuesday. The incident occurred near Shahdara, causing significant disruption to the public transport service.

According to Rescue officials, nine of the injured sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment at the scene, while one passenger was transported to a nearby hospital for further care. General Manager Operations Uzair Shah confirmed that an inquiry into the incident is underway to determine the cause of the collision and to prevent future occurrences.

This accident raises concerns about the safety of public transport systems in Lahore, which has seen a rise in ridership in recent years. The Metro Bus service is a vital component of the city’s infrastructure, and incidents like this could undermine public confidence in its safety.

Authorities are expected to release a detailed report following the investigation, and further measures may be implemented to enhance safety protocols across the Metro Bus network. Commuters are advised to stay updated on service changes as the inquiry progresses.