Block 2 of the Secretariat houses the offices of key government officials, including Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav, Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar, Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh, Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy, Municipal Administration Minister Narayana, and Home Minister Vangalapudi Anita.
The chariot, an integral part of the centuries-old festival, was being pulled by devotees as part of the religious tradition. Organizers have faced criticism for alleged negligence in ensuring safety measures during the procession. Police have registered a case of death due to negligence and are investigating the incident.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) chairman BR Naidu confirmed the identification of one body and explained that the stampede occurred when a DSP opened the gates, causing a surge of people pushing forward. Reports indicate that six individuals have died as a result.
It is believed that all three individuals in the car have lost their lives due to the fire. The details of the incident are still under investigation, and the cause of the fire remains a mystery. More information will be provided as it becomes available
The bus was carrying a total of 35 passengers, including devotees traveling to Sabari Manal. The authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, and the police have identified the victims as residents of Hyderabad’s Uppariguda area.
Rescue teams have been working tirelessly to locate and assist survivors. So far, 33 bodies have been recovered, and two individuals—a passenger and a crew member—have been pulled alive from the wreckage. The National Fire Agency has deployed a robust emergency response, including fire trucks and helicopters, to extinguish the blaze and aid in rescue efforts.
This gesture by the Pushpa team reflects their solidarity and support for those affected by the unfortunate incident, and they hope for Sritej’s speedy recovery and well-being.
Onboard were 105 passengers and five crew members. Emergency services are currently working to extinguish a fire at the crash site, and initial reports suggest there were survivors. Further details are expected as the investigation continues.
Despite the complex’s isolated location, the quick response of the fire department ensured that nearly 120 workers on duty were safely evacuated without any injuries. The fire did not impact the operations of the nearby Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, which continued to function normally throughout the incident.
