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Two separate road accidents in Telugu states resulted in five fatalities on Monday, shocking local communities. In Andhra Pradesh's Nandyal district, three Karnataka residents died when their car overturned while returning from temple visits. Meanwhile, in Telangana's Mulugu district, a truck collision with a tractor killed two women and injured 15 others. Transport Minister Mandipalli Ram Prasad Reddy expressed deep condolences and directed officials to provide immediate assistance to the victims' families.

Key Points: Fatal Road Accidents Claim 5 Lives in Andhra Pradesh Telangana

  • Karnataka family killed in Nandyal car rollover near temple route
  • Two women die in Telangana truck-tractor collision
  • Accidents occurred on Monday in separate districts
  • 18 people injured across two incidents
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Five killed in two separate road accidents in Telugu states

Tragic road accidents in Nandyal and Mulugu districts result in 5 deaths and 18 injuries involving Karnataka travelers and local villagers

"The death of three youths in the car accident saddened me - Mandipalli Ram Prasad Reddy, Transport Minister"

Hyderabad, May 19

At least five people were killed in two separate road accidents in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on Monday, officials said.

Three people were killed in an accident in Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, while two died in an accident in Telangana’s Mulugu district. A total of 18 people were injured in the two accidents.

A car overturned in the Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, killing three people and injuring three others. The accident occurred near Pododdi village in Peapully mandal.

The deceased have been identified as Santosh (47), Lokesh (37), and Naveen (37), all residents of Tumakuru in Karnataka.

The injured were admitted to a hospital in Nandyal. They belonged to the same family and were returning to Karnataka via Dhone after a darshan at Srisailam and Mahanandi temples.

Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh’s Transport Minister Mandipalli Ram Prasad Reddy has expressed grief over the tragedy in the Nandyal district. He said the death of three youths in the car accident saddened him.

He condoled the death of Karnataka residents in the mishap and conveyed his sympathies to their families.

The Minister directed the officials to ensure that the injured get the best treatment. He asked officials to immediately undertake relief work at the accident site.

Ram Prasad Reddy asked the officials of the departments concerned to respond quickly and render all assistance to the families of the victims.

Two women died in the accident that occurred in the Mulugu district of Telangana. A truck laden with sand hit a stationary tractor in Tadwai. Fifteen people were also injured in the collision.

The deceased were identified as Chettupelli Shweta (40) and Nuga Durga (38). The accident occurred when a group of villagers were returning from the Medaram temple in a tractor. When the driver had stopped the vehicle by the roadside, the sand-laden truck rammed into it.

The injured have been admitted to the government hospital at Mulugu.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Very sad news. Our roads have become death traps. The Karnataka family was just returning from temple visits - such a tragedy 😔. Government must improve road safety measures immediately.
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Priya M.
Heartbreaking! Both accidents involved people returning from temples. The Mulugu accident shows how overloaded trucks are a menace on our roads. When will authorities take strict action against these violations?
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Suresh V.
While the minister's condolences are appreciated, we need concrete action. Road accidents claim more lives than many diseases. Why can't we have better enforcement of traffic rules and vehicle fitness checks?
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Anjali R.
So painful to read about the women who died in Mulugu. Tractor accidents are so common in rural areas. Can't the government mandate proper seating arrangements in tractors? People shouldn't have to travel like this in 2024.
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Kiran B.
The Nandyal accident shows how dangerous our highways are. I've traveled that route - sharp turns with no proper signage. My deepest condolences to all families affected 🙏
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Vikram S.
Both accidents could have been prevented. The truck driver should be punished severely. But let's not forget - we Indians also need to drive more responsibly. No amount of infrastructure can compensate for reckless driving.

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