Lorry runs over women labourers in Kakinada; four killed, two critical
A tragic accident in Kakinada resulted in the deaths of four women labourers when a lorry struck them while they were crossing a bridge. Two other women were critically injured and are receiving treatment at a local hospital. The Deputy Chief Minister announced compensation for the victims' families and emphasized the need for improved healthcare for the survivors.
- ▪Four women labourers died instantly after being hit by a lorry in Kakinada.
- ▪Two additional women sustained serious injuries and are hospitalized.
- ▪The Deputy Chief Minister announced ₹4 lakh compensation for the families of the deceased.
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Four women labourers died on the spot while two more sustained major injuries after a lorry ploughed into them when they were crossing Kovvur Bridge in Kakinada on Saturday (May 16, 2026).The incident occurred when a group of six women were on their way to work under the VB-G RAM G, formerly known as MGNREGA. Andhra Pradesh: Kakinada road mishap kills one Kendriya Vidyalaya girl student, injures four othersThe deceased have been identified as Vasamsetti Satyavathi (60), Palika Krishnaveni (35), Chittemma (45) and Chelluri Annavaram (45), suggests the preliminary report of the Kakinada police.The survivors, identified as Matta Parthi Aruna Kumari and Palika Nagamani, were shifted to Kakinada Government General Hospital (GGH) where they are battling for life.Deputy Chief Minister K.
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