The recent tragic accident in Kurla, which claimed more than half a dozen lives and injured 42 others, has shaken Mumbaikars' faith in the safety of the city's public transportation. The incident, involving a wet-lease bus from BEST, has sparked widespread outrage with citizens demanding accountability and answers. Was it a failure of the administration, or has the controversial wet-lease model, which now dominates a significant portion of BEST operations, failed to deliver on safety? Sources revealed that the bus driver, Sanjay More (54), lost control of the vehicle, mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake in a moment of panic. While the specifics of the accident are still under investigation, the tragic loss of life and injuries have highlighted the operational and systemic issues plaguing Mumbai's bus transport services.
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