7 dead as lorry falls into canal in Andhra Pradesh’s East Godavari district | Vijayawada News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: At least seven people were killed when a lorry plunged into a canal in Devarapalli, East Godavari district at midnight.
According to DSP G. Deva Kumar, the driver lost control while trying to avoid a pothole, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and fall into the canal. All seven individuals who were riding on top of the lorry died at the scene.One person was rescued and taken to a hospital for treatment.
Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep shock and grief over the accident. He assured that the government would support the victims’ families and provide the necessary assistance.