Kurnool, April 16 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended her condolences to bereaved families over the road accident in Kurnool district that claimed eight lives and left several other injured.

"The news of the tragic loss of lives in a road accident in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh is distressing. I extend my deep condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the quick recovery of those injured," the President said.

The accident occurred near Chilakaladona in Mantralayam mandal when a Bolero vehicle collided with a ready-mix lorry, according to police officials. Five people died instantly, while three others succumbed to their injuries during treatment.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed cond...