Bhadrak: Around 50 persons had a narrow escape after a Bhubaneswar-bound bus in which they were travelling overturned on NH-16 near Neulia Chhak in Bhandaripokhari area of Odisha's Bhadrak district, today.

The ill-fated vehicle, which was on its way to the capital city from Balasore, skidded off the road and turned turtle after it ran over a patch of sand early this morning. Fortunately, the passengers escaped unhurt without any major injuries.

Those who sustained minor injuries were taken to the Bhadrak District Headquarters Hospital for treatment.