Markapuram Bus Tragedy: 13 Burnt Alive in Fiery Collision, CM Announces Aid

• A private travel bus collided with a tipper near Markapuram, Prakasam district, resulting in 13 passengers burnt alive.
• The bus caught fire immediately after the collision, trapping most passengers, many of whom were children and women.
• 26 injured individuals are currently receiving treatment in the hospital, with fears the death toll may rise.
• Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakhs for the deceased's families and Rs. 2 lakhs for the injured.
• A comprehensive investigation has been ordered, and departments are instructed to coordinate to prevent future accidents.