What Caused the Fatal Collision in Andhra Pradesh?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Tragic accident results in the loss of seven lives.
- Speeding tipper truck collided with a family car.
- Investigation ordered by Chief Minister.
- Community calls for stricter road safety measures.
- Officials face challenges in recovery efforts.
Amaravati, Sep 17 (NationPress) - A tragic incident in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh claimed the lives of seven individuals when a tipper truck collided with their car on Wednesday, officials reported.
The collision took place on the national highway close to Peramana in the Sangam mandal.
Authorities indicated that the speeding tipper, loaded with sand, veered onto the wrong side of the road and struck the car, dragging it for some distance. The impact was devastating, resulting in the death of all seven passengers, including a young child.
Emergency responders faced significant challenges in recovering the bodies from the severely damaged vehicle, necessitating the use of a JCB to extract it.
It took approximately four hours for officials to retrieve the bodies, which were subsequently transported to the government hospital in Atmakur for autopsy.
The victims were identified as members of a family from Nellore, who were en route to visit a relative hospitalized in Atmakur.
The deceased included Tallur Srinivasulu, Tallur Radha, Sesham Sheramma, Sesham Balavengayya, Tellagundla Srinivasulu, Tellagundla Lakshmi, and Kathi Brahmayya.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed his profound sorrow over the incident and extended his condolences to the victims' families.
He ordered a thorough investigation into the accident and mandated strict action against those deemed responsible. Additionally, he promised full support to the bereaved families.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan also shared his condolences, stating that public concern has risen regarding the reckless speed of vehicles transporting sand and concrete. He urged authorities to take decisive measures against such vehicles.
State ministers Anam Ramnarayan Reddy and Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy expressed their sorrow over the accident, offering heartfelt condolences to the victims' families.