BEST Wet-Lease Bus Safety: 249 Accidents, 10 Deaths In First 5 Months Of 2026 As Fresh Crashes Raise Alarm
Official data shows BEST's wet-lease buses were involved in 249 accidents between January and May 2026, resulting in 10 deaths and 46 injuries. Fresh crashes in June and July, including a multi-vehicle collision in Andheri West, have intensified concerns over the safety and operational standards of the fleet.