The Times of India

Chembur school bus tragedy: Fallen peepal tree puts 3 key questions before Mumbais civic probe

A tragic incident in Chembur saw a massive peepal tree crush a school bus, injuring five students and tragically claiming the life of an 11-year-old boy. Rescue efforts were swift, with locals and authorities working to free trapped children. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate potential causes, including recent road concreting and the adequacy of pre-monsoon tree trimming, as questions arise about roadside tree safety.