BMTC conductor’s quick thinking saves 50 passengers after driver’s sudden heart attack

In a dramatic incident near Yeshwantpur, a BMTC bus conductor’s swift response saved over 50 passengers after the bus driver suffered a fatal heart attack mid-journey.

The bus, en route from Nelamangala to Yeshwantpur, was carrying more than 50 passengers when the driver, identified as Kiran, began experiencing chest pain. Kiran, 39, was a dedicated driver from BMTC Depot 40 and reported for duty as usual. Tragically, as he suffered pain, he collapsed at the wheel, rendering him unable to control the vehicle.

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Observing the situation, conductor Oblesh immediately sprang into action. He quickly maneuvered to halt the moving bus, preventing what could have been a catastrophic accident. His prompt response ensured that all passengers remained unharmed. Footage from the bus’s CCTV captured the harrowing moment of Kiran’s collapse, which served as a poignant reminder of the risks drivers face daily.

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“In #Bengaluru: When the bus driver suffered a #heart attack…

BMTC bus conductor Obalesh jumped on the driver’s seat and took control of the steering when driver Kiran Kumar #DIED of cardiac arrest.”
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Chief Traffic Manager GT Prabhakar Reddy praised Oblesh’s presence of mind, announcing an award for his life-saving efforts. “We will be honouring the conductor at the BMTC office on November 7 (tomorrow),” Reddy shared via News First.

BMTC buses, often scrutinized for their safety record, saw a moment of heroism through the actions of conductor Oblesh, a timely reminder of the dedication among its staff.