How Safe Are Sleeper Buses?

Sleeper buses have become very popular in recent years, especially for overnight travel between major cities. Many passengers prefer them for comfort, thinking they can sleep peacefully through long journeys. But after repeated tragic accidents, one serious question is being raised, are sleeper buses really safe?

Initially, there were only a few sleeper buses in operation. Slowly, most travel operators began converting normal seating buses into sleeper coaches to attract more passengers and earn higher fares. Today, many of these sleeper buses are tightly packed with nearly 35 to 40 berths, leaving very little space to move.

One major concern is that many of these buses are modified privately rather than being factory-built with safety standards. Windows are often fixed or sealed, which