Over 20 passengers killed, several critically injured as Bengaluru-bound pvt bus catches fire in Andhra’s Kurnool

BENGALURU: Over 20 passengers are feared dead and several others critically injured after a Bengaluru-bound private bus, carrying around 40 passengers on board, caught fire in the early hours of Friday in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.

The private bus, travelling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, was completely gutted, turning into ashes within minutes after it was hit by a two-wheeler coming from behind. According to sources, 12 passengers managed to escape through the emergency exit, breaking the glass.

I am shocked to learn about the devastating bus fire accident near Chinna Tekur village in Kurnool district. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families of those who have lost their loved ones. Government authorities will extend all possible support to the injured and…

— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) October 24, 2025

The loss of lives in a tragic bus fire accident in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh is deeply unfortunate. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured.

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) October 24, 2025

Rescue operations are under way. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and President Draupadi Murmu have condoled the loss of lives in the incident.