Bus accident in Arghakhanchi's Sitganga leaves 16 injured, 6 in critical condition

A bus accident at Bhuwanpata in Sitganga Municipality-2, Arghakhanchi, has left 16 people injured. Police say six of the injured are in critical condition.

According to Deputy Chief District Police Officer Jiwan Lamichhane of the District Police Office, Arghakhanchi, the accident occurred after the bus's brakes failed.

Most media outlets, citing police, have put the number of injured at 16. One local media outlet, however, reported 17 people injured in the accident.

Police have given details on the condition of the injured, including the six who are critically hurt. Police have not released further details about the accident.