A road accident near Gangasagaram village in Chittoor district resulted in the death of four persons and injuries to 15 others. A private bus traveling from Tirupati to Tamil Nadu's Madurai and Trichy overturned after the driver lost control while avoiding a stationary truck. Injured passengers were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. An inquiry has been ordered to ensure accountability.
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