Bus-Truck Crash Kills Four in Telangana
Tragic collision on Hyderabad-Proddatur route claims lives.
A horrific collision between a private bus and a trailer truck in Telangana’s Mahabubnagar district claimed the lives of four passengers and left four others injured in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025. The accident, which occurred around 2:15 AM under the Addakal police station limits, has sent shockwaves through the region, highlighting the dangers of nighttime travel on busy highways.
According to police reports, the bus, carrying 32 passengers from Hyderabad to Proddatur, rammed into the rear of a trailer truck, resulting in a catastrophic impact. Three passengers died instantly at the scene, while five others were rushed to a nearby hospital with severe injuries. Tragically, one of the injured succumbed during treatment, raising the death toll to four. The identities of the deceased are yet to be released, pending notification of their families.
Emergency response teams worked swiftly to extricate victims and provide medical aid. The injured are currently under treatment, with authorities monitoring their condition closely. “This is a devastating incident, and we are investigating the cause of the collision,” a police official stated. Preliminary findings suggest that factors such as high speed, poor visibility, or driver fatigue may have contributed to the crash, though a detailed probe is underway.
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The Hyderabad-Proddatur route is a heavily trafficked corridor, and accidents involving buses and heavy vehicles are not uncommon. The incident has reignited concerns about road safety, with calls for stricter regulations on driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and nighttime driving protocols. Local residents and commuters have urged authorities to install better road signage and lighting to prevent such tragedies.
Police have registered a case and are examining the bus and truck for mechanical issues while questioning the drivers involved. The accident has left the surviving passengers and their families in a state of shock, with many expressing grief over the sudden loss of loved ones. As investigations continue, authorities are appealing to the public to adhere to road safety guidelines to avoid further loss of life on Telangana’s highways.
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