Bus Fire in Andhra Pradesh: 12 Killed, President and CM Express Condolences

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A devastating bus fire accident occurred near Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, resulting in the loss of at least 12 lives. The fire erupted after a two-wheeler crashed into the bus, rupturing its fuel tank and triggering a massive blaze. President Droupadi Murmu, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, and Lokesh Nara expressed their deepest condolences and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured. The Indian Express reported that 12 passengers managed to escape by breaking open the window panes. The Prime Minister's office announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured.

Key Takeaways:

  • At least 12 people lost their lives in the bus fire accident near Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh.
  • The accident occurred after a motorcycle crashed into the bus, rupturing its fuel tank and triggering a massive fire.
  • 41 passengers were on board the bus when the accident occurred.
  • 12 passengers managed to escape by breaking open the window panes, as reported by The Indian Express.
  • President Droupadi Murmu expressed her condolences and prayer for the speedy recovery of the injured.
  • Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Lokesh Nara also expressed their condolences and offered support to the affected families.
  • The Prime Minister's office announced a financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured.

Statistics:

  • 12 people killed in the bus fire accident.
  • 41 passengers on board the bus when the accident occurred.
  • 12 passengers managed to escape by breaking open the window panes.
  • Ex gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh announced for the families of the deceased.
  • Financial assistance of Rs 50,000 announced for the injured.

Sources:

  • Twitter: @rashtrapatibhvn (President of India)
  • Twitter: @ncbn (N Chandrababu Naidu)
  • Twitter: @ysjagan (YS Jagan Mohan Reddy)
  • Twitter: @naralokesh (Lokesh Nara)
  • The Indian Express: "12 managed to escape by breaking open window panes in Andhra Pradesh bus fire"
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