Tragedy Strikes: Bus Fire Claims Lives in Kurnool

A tragic bus fire in Kurnool resulted in 20 fatalities, including a motorbike rider, after a collision with a two-wheeler. The driver, Miriyala Lakshmaiah, escaped but is now in police custody, accused of negligence. Authorities investigate the fire's cause and safety measures of the involved bus company.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kurnool | Updated: 25-10-2025 13:42 IST | Created: 25-10-2025 13:42 IST
Tragedy Strikes: Bus Fire Claims Lives in Kurnool
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A devastating incident occurred in Kurnool, where a bus en route to Bengaluru caught fire, resulting in the loss of 20 lives. Among the deceased was a motorbike rider, with the tragedy unfolding after a collision.

Miriyala Lakshmaiah, the bus driver, managed to escape the burning vehicle but now faces charges of negligence. Officials have launched a thorough investigation to ascertain the cause of the blaze and probe the safety protocols of V Kaveri Travels, the operator of the bus.

Standing as a tragic reminder of road safety essentials, this incident has spurred authorities into action, seizing travel documents and permits, as they endeavor to prevent such disasters in the future.

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