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Anthony Loke said the system, to be developed by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD), would enable bus companies to assess the eligibility and background of drivers before hiring them. - Bernama photo

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, who is Madani Government spokesperson said each injured victim will also receive RM5,000 in similar aid. - Photo by Bernama

In the tragic incident on Monday, 15 UPSI students lost their lives when the bus they were traveling in overturned at KM53 of the East-West Highway (JRTB), near Tasik Banding, Gerik. Photo by Bernama

One of the survivors, Abdul Wafiy Kamarudin, 23, recounted the moment of the horrific accident that claimed the lives of 15 students of the Sultan Idris University of Education (UPSI) on Monday. Photo by Bernama

The father of Nurul Fatihah Abu Setaman had to remain strong for his wife and five other children, sharing that he would wait for the findings of the authorities’ investigations before making any decision to take action against the bus company. - Bernama photo

Yesterday, Loke said the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) had issued a show-cause letter to the bus operator involved in the crash at KM53 of the East-West Highway near Tasik Banding, Gerik. - Bernama photo

Although it is mandatory to install and wear seat belts for all passengers of new express buses and sightseeing buses starting in 2020, after almost five years, the regulation appears to be largely ineffective, with little to no real impact. - Photo generated via Canva

Amid the tragedy, records revealed the driver had 18 unsettled traffic summonses, including several for speeding. - Bernama photo

The recent fatal bus crash involving 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students is more than just a national tragedy, it is a warning of systemic failures in Malaysia's transport safety governance, says anti-graft movement Rasuah Busters.

The bus was reported to have overturned, while the Perodua Alza skidded into a ditch. Photo by Bernama