Guntur: At least 20 passengers were injured in a bus accident on Saturday in the Chilakaluripet mandal of Andhra Pradesh's Palanadu district. The bus, operated by Kamakshi Travels, was en route from Hyderabad to Kandukur when it collided with an electric pole, according to police reports. The accident occurred with approximately 40 passengers on board. Authorities confirmed that 20 of the passengers sustained injuries in the collision. Thankfully, no casualties were reported.
Emergency responders promptly arrived at the scene, and the injured passengers were quickly transported to nearby government hospitals for medical attention. Specifically, those hurt were taken to the government hospitals in Chilakaluripet and Narasaraopet. Hospital officials are providing necessary treatment, and the condition of the injured is being closely monitored. Local police have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the collision. Preliminary assessments suggest that the driver might have lost control of the vehicle, leading to the crash with the electric pole. Authorities are considering various factors such as the bus's speed, road conditions, and potential driver fatigue or error.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges related to road safety in the region. The local government has called for a review of safety measures and enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent such accidents in the future. Further details on the incident are awaited as the investigation continues.
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