Markapuram bus-truck collision: Andhra Pradesh Ministers express grief

Andhra Pradesh Ministers express heartfelt condolences and support following a tragic bus-truck collision in Markapuram, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Home Minister Anitha expressed deep shock over the horrific road accident that took place at Rayavaram near Markapuram district on Thursday (March 26, 2026) morning. She conveyed her deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.

As soon as the Minister come to know about the accident, she left Vijayawada and reached the accident site. She spoke to the District Collector and Superintendent of Police, and inquired about the details. She suggested to take strict security measures to prevent such incidents from recurring.

Along with State Transport, Youth and Sports Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy, Ms. Anitha visited the injured victims at Markapuram Government Hospital. They inquired about the health condition of the victims from the doctors. They assured that the government will stand by them.

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“Deeply saddened by the fact that many people were burnt alive in this accident. It is extremely unfortunate incident,” B.C. Janardhan Reddy, Minister for Roads & Buildings (R&B), said, directing the district authorities to intensify relief efforts for the victims at the scene.

Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Minister Ponguru Narayana spoke to district officials, who have informed him that the residents of SPSR Nellore district were involved in the accident. He instructed to provide better medical treatment to the injured.