Yes, every bus should undergo regular safety checks
Only AC and long-route buses need stricter rules
Existing rules are sufficient if followed
Accidents like this are rare and unpredictable
The tragic incident in Lucknow where an AC sleeper bus caught fire, burning five passengers alive, has raised alarming questions about bus safety in India. Such horrifying events are not just accidents—they reflect systemic neglect. Sleeper buses are widely used for long-distance travel, but how many of them truly meet fire safety standards? Faulty wiring, poor emergency exits, and lack of fire extinguishers often go unnoticed until disaster strikes.
The image of people being burnt alive on their way to Delhi is deeply disturbing. It's time we asked—shouldn’t the government make fire safety checks and protocols compulsory for all private buses? Or are we just waiting for the next tragedy to occur? Share your opinion in our poll and be part of the call for safer public transport in India.
Manish Sharma
