REPUBLISHED: “We Still Remember” — 8 Years Since the Karatu Tragedy
Eight years have passed since the tragic school bus accident in Karatu claimed the lives of 32 students, two teachers, and a driver. The nation mourned together, and three young survivors became a symbol of hope. Though time has moved on, the memory remains—flowers are still laid, names still spoken, and hearts still heavy.
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