Bus Plunges into River in Bangladesh, 24 Dead

0:00On March 26, a passenger bus carrying around 40 people plunged into the Padma River in Bangladesh while trying to board a ferry, leaving at least 24 dead. Rescuers recover 22 bodies from the submerged bus, including six men, 11 women and five children. Two women passed away later, despite being pulled out alive. Fire service teams reported the grim toll on Thursday, March 26, near Dhaka. Such road and river mishaps claim hundreds of lives each year in the country. Four fire units and 10 divers are now leading the search, backed by the Army, Police, Coast Guard and local help. Efforts press on amid fears that more passengers could still be trapped underwater. You've been listening to Global News today, AI Power Global Coverage.