NBSTC bus crash in Jalpaiguri kills 4, leaves 57 injured on NH-27
Synopsis
A packed NBSTC bus on the Siliguri-Cooch Behar route ploughed into a stationary trailer on NH-27 in Jalpaiguri with enough force to embed its front section inside the trailer. Four passengers died en route to hospital, 10 remain critical, and rescue workers spent hours cutting through wreckage — raising fresh questions about highway parking enforcement and driver oversight on north Bengal's national highways.
Key Takeaways
Four people were killed and 57 injured when an NBSTC bus hit a stationary trailer on NH-27 in Jalpaiguri on 21 June .
10 passengers remain in a critical condition; 37 are being treated at Jalpaiguri Super Speciality Hospital and 20 at Maynaguri Rural Hospital .
One deceased has been identified as Sajal Sarkar ; identities of the other three are pending.
The bus was on the Siliguri–Cooch Behar route when it crashed in the Ulladabari area after crossing the Teesta Bridge .
Police have launched an investigation into possible driver negligence and other contributing factors.
Four people were killed and at least 57 passengers injured after a North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC) bus rammed into the rear of a stationary trailer on National Highway 27 in the Maynaguri area of Jalpaiguri district, north Bengal, on Sunday, 21 June. Of the injured, 10 remain in a critical condition, according to hospital sources. The four fatalities were declared dead on arrival at hospital.
What Happened
The NBSTC bus was travelling from Siliguri to Cooch Behar when it crossed the Teesta Bridge and entered the Ulladabari area. Preliminary investigations indicate the speeding bus collided with a trailer parked on the side of the highway, with such force that the front section of the bus became lodged inside the trailer's rear. Several passengers seated in the front rows were trapped in the wreckage.
Rescue and Relief Operations
Local residents were the first to respond, reaching the scene immediately after hearing the impact. Police, fire service personnel, and multiple ambulances from Maynaguri Police Station subsequently arrived at the site. Emergency responders worked for several hours, cutting through twisted metal to free trapped passengers. The injured were transported to Jalpaiguri Super Speciality Hospital, where 37 are currently receiving treatment, and Maynaguri Rural Hospital, which has admitted 20 more.
Official Statements
Jalpaiguri Superintendent of Police Sujata Kumari Veenapani confirmed the death toll of four. Inspector-in-Charge of Maynaguri Police Station Subal Chandra Ghosh told local media: 'A tragic accident has taken place in the Ulladabari area. Local residents were the first to take up the rescue work. Police and administration officials quickly reached the spot after receiving the information. The injured have been sent to hospital. It is initially believed that the bus hit a stationary trailer from behind. An investigation into the incident has been launched.'
Victims and Injuries
One of the deceased has been identified as Sajal Sarkar; the identities of the other three victims are yet to be confirmed. Doctors treating the injured reported serious trauma to the head, chest, and other parts of the body among several patients. The critical condition of 10 passengers continues to be monitored closely.
Investigation and Traffic Disruption
Traffic on NH-27 was disrupted for a period following the crash before police restored normal movement with the aid of a crane to remove the damaged vehicles. Investigators are examining all contributing factors, including whether driver negligence played a role. This incident underscores a recurring pattern of highway accidents in north Bengal involving state transport buses on national highway stretches with inadequate roadside parking enforcement.
Point of View
Often linked to poorly lit parking zones and fatigued drivers on overnight or long-distance routes. The fact that local residents, not emergency services, initiated the rescue points to a persistent gap in highway emergency response infrastructure. Investigators must go beyond driver negligence as the sole variable and examine why a trailer was parked on an active national highway carriageway to begin with.
NationPress
21 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in the Jalpaiguri bus accident on 21 June?
An NBSTC bus travelling from Siliguri to Cooch Behar crashed into the rear of a stationary trailer on NH-27 in the Maynaguri area of Jalpaiguri district on 21 June. Four passengers were killed and 57 were injured, with 10 in a critical condition.
How many people were injured in the NBSTC bus crash in Jalpaiguri?
At least 57 passengers were injured in the crash, according to police. Of these, 10 are in a critical condition; 37 are being treated at Jalpaiguri Super Speciality Hospital and 20 at Maynaguri Rural Hospital.
Who confirmed the death toll in the Jalpaiguri bus accident?
Jalpaiguri Superintendent of Police Sujata Kumari Veenapani officially confirmed that four people died in the accident. The four victims were declared dead on their way to hospital.
What caused the NBSTC bus to crash on NH-27?
Preliminary investigations suggest the bus was travelling at speed when it struck a trailer parked on the side of NH-27 in the Ulladabari area. The collision was severe enough to lodge the front of the bus inside the trailer's rear section. Police are investigating whether driver negligence or other factors contributed.
Who was identified among the deceased in the Jalpaiguri bus crash?
One of the four deceased has been identified as Sajal Sarkar. The identities of the remaining three victims had not been confirmed at the time of reporting, according to police.
