A fatal bus accident in Markapuram district on Thursday led to at least eight deaths, with the victims being burned alive as confirmed by local police. Around 18 injured individuals were rescued and taken to the hospital. The collision occurred when the bus hit a gravel-loaded tipper.
Authorities are undertaking efforts to identify those affected and have initiated communication with their families. Markapuram Deputy Superintendent of Police, Nagraju, said rescue operations continue, hindered by the trapped bodies due to the subsequent fire ignited by the crash.
The tragic incident drew condolences from Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who expressed his shock and grief for the lives lost in this unfortunate event.