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Summary:

A private bus traveling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru caught fire in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, on October 24, 2025, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. There were 41 passengers in the bus, including people from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and other states. Rescue efforts are underway, with medical teams recovering bodies and providing treatment to the injured. The Gadwal District Collector in Telangana has announced helpline numbers for families of victims. Officials are working to identify the deceased and provide support to the affected families.

News Article:

Tragedy Strikes as Bus Fire Claims Lives in Kurnool

HYDERABAD/KURNOOL – October 24, 2025 – A devastating bus fire in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, has claimed the lives of several passengers and left many injured. The private bus, en route from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, caught fire earlier today.

According to officials, the bus was carrying 41 passengers in addition to the driver and cleaner. Preliminary reports indicate that 13 passengers were from Telangana, 12 from Andhra Pradesh, and the rest from other states. As of 9:45 AM, 23 passengers had reportedly escaped the blaze.

“We are deeply saddened by this tragic incident,” stated B.M. Santosh, Gadwal District Collector (Telangana). The Collector announced control room numbers to assist families seeking information about their loved ones. (Numbers provided below). Two additional helpline numbers have been established on the direction of the Chief Minister.

Emergency services are at the scene, recovering bodies and transporting the injured to government and private hospitals in Kurnool. “Medical teams are working diligently to identify the deceased and provide necessary medical care to the survivors,” a Telangana Government spokesperson said.

The Gadwal Police and Administration are providing full support to Kurnool district authorities. Gadwal Collector and Superintendent of Police T. Srinivasa Rao have reached the site of the accident. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has directed officials to expedite the identification process and ensure comprehensive assistance to the victims’ families.

An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.

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