Amaravati, March 26 -- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep shock over the road accident that occurred near Rayavaram in Markapuram district in the early hours of Thursday.

The incident involved a collision between a tipper lorry and a private bus near slab quarries, leaving eight people dead. Several passengers were reportedly burnt alive following the accident.

Speaking to officials, the Chief Minister enquired about medical assistance being provided to the injured.

District police informed that around 20 injured persons have been shifted to various hospitals for treatment, according to an official release.

CM Naidu expressed concern over reports that the death toll could rise further.

He directed autho...