14 Killed in Andhra Pradesh Bus Fire, CM Naidu Expresses Grief
CM N. Chandrababu Naidu orders probe, assures medical care for injured
RAYAVARAM (ANDHRA PRADESH), Mar 26: At least 14 people lost their lives and 23 others sustained injuries after a private bus collided with a tipper and caught fire in Markapuram district on Thursday, officials said.
According to police, the bus was carrying around 35 passengers and was en route from Jagityal in Telangana to Kaligiri in Nellore district when the accident occurred. The impact of the collision triggered a fire, trapping several passengers inside the vehicle.
Markapuram Superintendent of Police V Harshavardhan Raju confirmed the casualties and said the injured, including the driver, have been shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. The tipper driver was also injured and is currently under medical care.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the bereaved families. He directed officials to ensure proper medical assistance for those injured and instructed authorities to conduct a detailed inquiry into the cause of the accident.
Rescue and relief operations were carried out promptly, while officials continue to gather further details about the tragedy.
