Seventeen hurt as worker transport overturns in Andhra Pradesh

Seventeen workers sustained injuries when their transport vehicle overturned near Buja Buja in Nellore district on Tuesday. The workers were traveling to Daggavolu in Tirupati district to undertake power line relocation work when the accident happened.

Rescue operations were launched immediately following the incident, and the injured workers were provided medical assistance. The exact cause of the overturn is yet to be determined, though investigations have been initiated to establish the circumstances leading to the accident.

The Nellore Collector has ordered a formal inquiry into the incident. Authorities are examining factors including vehicle condition, road safety, and adherence to transportation protocols for workers. The investigation is expected to provide clarity on whether safety procedures were followed during the workers' transportation.

Power line maintenance and relocation projects frequently require workers to travel across districts in Andhra Pradesh. The incident raises questions about safety standards and vehicle fitness for transporting large groups of workers across extended distances. Preliminary reports suggest all injured workers are receiving treatment at nearby medical facilities.