Kurnool Bus Tragedy: Hyderabad-Bengaluru Route Turns Fatal as Fire Claims 11 Lives
Kurnool Bus Tragedy: What Happened in the Kurnool Bus Accident?
Kurnool Bus Tragedy: In a devastating incident on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway near Chinnatekur in Kurnool district, a private travel bus caught fire in the early hours of Friday, resulting in the death of at least 11 passengers. The Kaveri Travels bus, carrying 43 people, had departed from Hyderabad’s Kukatpally on Thursday night en route to Bengaluru.
How Did the Fire Start? Was a Bike Involved?
According to DIG Praveen Kumar, the bus was speeding when it collided with a bike that suddenly appeared on the road. While the rider was thrown aside and later found dead, the motorcycle got lodged under the bus, causing friction and sparks. The petrol tank exploded, igniting flames that quickly engulfed the vehicle.
Passengers Burnt Alive in Their Sleep
Most passengers were asleep when the fire broke out. The bus crew reportedly exited in panic, and many passengers were not alerted in time. Strong winds accelerated the fire’s spread, leaving little chance for escape. Some managed to break emergency exits and windows, but many were trapped inside.
Casualties and Survivors: Children Among Victims
Out of the 43 onboard, 11 have been confirmed dead, including two children. Several others sustained serious injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals. Police confirmed that 23 passengers escaped safely, while others remain unaccounted for.
List of Survivors
- Jayasurya
- Ramireddy
- Akira
- Satyanarayana
- Venugopal Reddy
- Harika
- Srilakshmi
- Naveen Kumar
- Akhil
- Jasmit
- Ramesh
- Subramaniam
Rescue Operations and Traffic Disruption
Police and fire personnel launched immediate rescue efforts. The burning bus caused a massive traffic jam on the highway, and authorities are working to clear the route. Injured passengers received first aid and emergency care at nearby government hospitals.
🇮🇳 CMs and National Leaders React
Telugu state Chief Ministers N. Chandrababu Naidu and Revanth Reddy expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy. Naidu, currently in Dubai, directed officials to expedite relief measures and medical aid. Revanth Reddy ordered the setup of a helpline and suggested airlifting victims to Hyderabad for better treatment.
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi also conveyed their condolences. PM Modi announced ₹2 lakh ex gratia for the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured.
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