New Delhi, Dec. 25 -- Karnataka | An accident took place between a lorry and a private bus near Gorlathu village in Chitradurga district on National Highway 48.

According to a report by the Hindustan Times, citing police, at least 17 people are feared dead.

The collision triggered a fire in the sleeper coach on the highway, leaving several passengers trapped inside, HT reported.

More details awaited.

(This is a breaking news; check later for updates)

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