Many are feared dead and 12 passengers rescued after a bus caught fire on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway near Kurnool. CM N. Chandrababu Naidu offered condolences as rescue operations continue and authorities investigate the tragic accident.
New Delhi: At least 20 people are feared dead after a private bus operated by Kaveri Travels caught fire on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway near Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh early on Friday morning. The tragedy unfolded when the bus collided with a motorcycle, sparking a sudden and intense blaze that quickly engulfed the vehicle. Panic spread among passengers, and while twelve managed to escape, the majority are believed to have been trapped inside as the fire consumed the bus within minutes. Rescue teams and emergency services rushed to the scene, working tirelessly to save lives and determine the full extent of the casualties.
Details of the Incident
The incident took place near Chinna Tekuru village in Kurnool district. According to eyewitnesses, the bus, carrying passengers from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, struck a motorcycle on the highway. The collision caused a sudden fire, rapidly consuming the vehicle and leaving passengers with little chance to escape. Emergency services rushed to the site, but the intensity of the blaze made rescue operations extremely challenging.
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Casualties and Rescue Efforts
Officials have confirmed that twelve passengers were rescued, while the remaining individuals are feared dead. The exact number of casualties is yet to be confirmed, as rescue teams continue to comb through the wreckage. Firefighters are working tirelessly to bring the fire under control and assist with recovery efforts.
Chief Minister Offers Condolences
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief over the tragic accident and extended condolences to the families of the victims. He urged officials to expedite rescue operations and ensure that all possible support is provided to the survivors and their families.
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Victims Rushed to Hospital
The remaining victims, who sustained severe burns, were immediately rushed to Kurnool Government General Hospital for treatment. Police confirmed that most of the passengers were residents of Hyderabad.
Emergency Response
Fire tenders and police teams reached the site promptly after receiving alerts and launched rescue operations. The bus was completely gutted by the fire, making recovery efforts extremely challenging. Authorities are working to identify the victims, and a formal case has been registered. Investigations into the cause of the accident are currently underway.