Three people died on the spot and 18 were injured when a bus met with an accident at Khadyuli, Baddi Kedar rural municipality – 2 on Thursday morning.

The injured have been taken to Dhangadhi, Kailali for treatment. The three deceased are from Baddi Kedar rural municipality-4, according to locals.

The bus with registration plate Na 3 Kha 5648 was heading towards Dhangadhi from Barchhen. Police personnel from BP Nagar and Ghangal have reached the accident site for rescue, police stated.