BEST bus goes uncontrolled in Mumbai's Wadala, multiple vehicles collide, 6 injured

A major accident occurred in Mumbai's Wadala area when a speeding BEST bus went uncontrolled and collided with other vehicles. A total of 6 people were injured in this horrific accident. According to reports by Dainik Bhaskar and The Hindu, the accident took place on Monday, 9 November 2026, at approximately 8:30 pm at the Bhakti Park signal near Lodha Junction in Wadala. The incident involved a severe collision between two cars and a stationary bus, leaving people trapped in the wreckage.

According to the details of the incident, a BEST bus, an Ertiga car, and a Creta car were stationary at a traffic signal in the New Cuff Parade area. At that moment, another BEST bus coming from behind suddenly went uncontrolled and rammed violently into the Creta car. This initial impact triggered a chain collision, in which both the Creta and Ertiga cars collided with the stationary BEST bus ahead of them. According to a report by The Times of India, the impact was so powerful that the two cars were sandwiched between the two buses.

Regarding the damage caused in the accident, both cars were heavily damaged. Due to the intensity of the collision, one car was pushed under the rear part of the stationary BEST bus. Several passengers were trapped in the wreckage of the vehicles, and significant effort was required to pull them out. It has been reported that the driver of the Ertiga car sustained serious injuries.

According to the BEST incident report, the bus that was stationary at the signal bore registration number MH01 CR 3014. This bus was operating on route 6/2 LTD from Colaba Depot towards Gavangaon. On the other hand, the bus that went uncontrolled and caused the accident bears registration number MH43 CE 1612. The report clarified that the bus causing the accident was operated by a private contractor named 'Chalo'.

Upon receiving information about the incident, police personnel immediately reached the spot and began rescue operations. A crane was called to remove the damaged vehicles from the road and restore traffic. According to information provided by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), five injured persons were admitted to the city-run Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital (Sion Hospital). According to The Times of India, a total of 6 people were injured and the driver has been arrested.

An update provided by the hospital's Chief Medical Officer at 10:41 pm stated that the injured included Shivani Pal (65 years), Pranish Pal (74 years), Madhupurn Pal (28 years), Hashrat Sheikh (34 years), and Balaji Pandurang Jadhav (35 years). Among these, the condition of Shivani, Pranish, and Madhupurn was stable, while Hashrat Sheikh's condition was reported to be critical. Details regarding Balaji Jadhav's health were not available at that time.

Apart from human injuries, a shocking detail emerged in the BEST incident report that a pet dog was also injured in the accident. However, no specific information regarding its condition was immediately available. After the accident, all vehicles were moved to the side of the road so that traffic movement could resume.

Police are currently investigating the entire incident. An inquiry is being conducted into the reasons why the bus driver lost control, leading to such a massive collision. Necessary legal proceedings have been initiated by the police. This incident has once again raised questions about vehicle speed and safety at the city's traffic signals.

Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) is a primary organization providing public transport services in Mumbai city and its surrounding areas, managing bus services that serve as the city's lifeline.