A tragic bus accident on Friday on Bengaluru Highway has shocked people. At least 11 people were killed and many were injured in the accident. The incident took place near Chinnatekur in Kurnool district, when a Volvo bus collided with a two-wheeler vehicle and was completely burnt as it caught fire soon after the accident.
The bus was going from Hyderabad to Bengaluru and there were about 40 people inside it. This accident has left not only the families of the deceased but the entire country in deep shock.
Vishnu Manchu expressed deep sorrow
Many famous personalities have given their response on this accident. Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu, who recently played the lead role in the pan-Indian film ‘Kannaappa’, expressed deep grief over the incident. He wrote in his X-post, “Deeply disturbed by the tragic bus accident that took place on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru Highway. Many innocent people lost their lives in such a horrific manner. My condolences to the families of the victims. Pray for the injured and give strength to the response people.”
Deeply disturbed by the tragic bus accident on the Hyderabad–Bengaluru highway. So many innocent lives lost in such a horrific manner. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. Prayers for the injured and strength to those grieving.
— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) October 24, 2025
Mohan Babu said- words fall short
Vishnu Manchu’s father and famous actor and producer Mohan Babu also responded to this accident. Mohan Babu said in
Absolutely heart-wrenching to hear about the bus tragedy on the Hyderabad–Bengaluru highway. So many lives lost in moments… Words fall short in times like this. My deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon, and may God give…
— Mohan Babu M (@themohanbabu) October 24, 2025
Apart from these, actor and Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan also called the accident tragic.
Pawan Kalyan appealed to the government to take strict action
Pawan Kalyan posted, “It is sad that more than 10 people have lost their lives in this accident so far. I express my deep sympathy to the families of the deceased and wish the injured to recover as soon as possible. Instructions have been given by the government to the officials for better treatment of the people injured in this accident. I request the Transport Department to take steps to ensure safety standards to prevent such accidents in future. Be picked up.”
Extremely saddened by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.
An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be…
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 24, 2025
On this accident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sympathy towards the families of the deceased and assured them of all possible help. He announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh to the families of the deceased.

