Nandyal, Jan. 22 -- Three people were killed and several others injured after a private bus collided with a lorry near Sirivellametta in Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, officials said.

The accident occurred on Thursday near Sirivellametta in Nandyal district when a private bus suffered a tyre burst, causing it to collide with an oncoming lorry and triggering a massive fire. 36 passengers were reported to be on the bus at the time of the incident.

Locals rushed to the scene and assisted the passengers, while ambulance and fire service teams provided immediate medical attention. A local driver reportedly broke the bus windows, helping passengers escape the fire unharmed, while the bus cleaner also played a key role in rescuing passenger...