Watch: BMTC Electric Bus Goes Out Of Control Near Chinnaswamy Stadium After Driver Suffers Seizure

A tense moment gripped central Bengaluru on Saturday when a BMTC electric bus lost control near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after the driver reportedly suffered a sudden seizure while driving. The incident led to a chain collision involving several cars and two-wheelers, according to a report by


Eyewitnesses described the scene as alarming, saying the bus suddenly swerved across the busy road before coming to a halt. The unexpected turn of events caused a brief traffic jam, but fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported.

Quick action by nearby commuters and emergency personnel helped avert further damage. Passersby rushed to assist the driver, who was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.



Officials from the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) later confirmed that the driver had experienced a medical emergency mid-route. “The driver suffered a sudden seizure while operating the vehicle, leading to a loss of control and a chain-reaction collision,” authorities said.

BMTC officials assured the public that the driver is recovering and in stable condition. They emphasized that the incident stemmed purely from an unforeseen medical condition , not due to driver negligence or mechanical failure.

The accident briefly disrupted traffic around one of Bengaluru’s busiest junctions, but normal flow resumed soon after the bus was towed away.

This incident has sparked renewed discussions about the need for regular health check-ups for public transport drivers, especially those operating large electric buses in crowded urban areas.