Baddari au chevet des étudiants blessés dans un accident de la route à Sétif
Incident Overview and Official Response in Sétif
On Thursday, Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, visited Sétif to assess the health status of 17 individuals injured in a university bus accident, among whom 14 were students. The incident occurred in the early afternoon when the university transport bus, headed for Ferhat-Abbas University, overturned at the western exit of Sétif.
Accompanied by Mustapha Limani, the Wali (Governor) of Sétif, and other officials including the director of the health department and heads of the local universities, Baddari emphasized the importance of providing optimal care to the injured at the Saâdna-Abdennour Hospital. He interacted with the victims, reassuring them about the quality of medical care they would receive, and expressed confidence that they would soon return to their homes and academic activities.
Upon leaving the hospital, Baddari addressed the media, conveying that the health condition of all the injured was stable and did not raise any concerns. He took the opportunity to commend the medical staff for their effective management of the situation and expressed gratitude towards the emergency services for their swift response, as well as the local authorities for their support during the crisis.
The minister’s visit underlined the government’s commitment to student welfare and youth in general, as stressed by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This incident, while unfortunate, highlighted the systems in place for health care and emergency responses within the region, as well as the community’s solidarity in times of crisis.
Conclusion
The bus accident in Sétif serves as a reminder of the inherent risks associated with transportation for students and highlights the importance of vigilance and rapid response mechanisms in managing such incidents. The prompt actions taken by local authorities and health care staff exemplify a community-oriented approach to emergency situations, ensuring that the welfare of students remains a top priority.
