“Tragedy Strikes NRI Telugu Family as Six Members, Including Relatives of YSRCP MLA, Killed in Texas Road Mishap”

Accident – death – Obituary News : HYDERABAD: Christmas holiday has turned into a devastating tragedy for an NRI Telugu family residing in Amalapuram, Andhra Pradesh. Unfortunately, six members of this Indian family lost their lives in a tragic road accident that occurred in Johnson County, Texas. The victims, who were the relatives of YSRCP Mummadivaram MLA Ponnada Venkata Satish Kumar, have been identified as P Nageswara Rao (uncle of the MLA), Seetha Mahalakshmi, Naveena, Kruthik, and a child named Nishitha. Another relative also lost their life in the fatal accident. The only survivor, Lokesh, has been airlifted and is currently receiving critical medical treatment at a Fort Worth hospital.

MLA Ponnada Venkata Satish Kumar shared the heartbreaking details of the incident with TOI, stating, “My uncle and his family had traveled from Atlanta to Texas to spend the Christmas holidays with a relative. On the afternoon of December 26th, after visiting the zoo, they were returning when a truck, driven by two youths traveling in the wrong direction, collided with their car.” The local police authorities have confirmed that the truck was at fault. The two occupants of the truck also sustained injuries and have been transferred to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The MLA further mentioned, “We are currently working on repatriating the bodies back to Andhra Pradesh. However, since two of the victims were born citizens of the US, we require consent from Lokesh, who is currently undergoing critical medical treatment. Therefore, we are carefully considering our options. TANA representatives Ashok and Srikanth are providing us with assistance during this difficult time.”

This tragic incident has left the entire family and community in shock and mourning. The loss of six lives, including that of a child, has deeply impacted the NRI Telugu family from Amalapuram. The road mishap serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the devastating consequences that can arise from reckless driving.

The MLA, along with the support of TANA representatives, is tirelessly working towards bringing the bodies back to India, ensuring that the deceased family members receive a dignified farewell in their homeland. The community is coming together to offer their condolences and support to the grieving family during this difficult period.

Road accidents are unfortunate incidents that can happen to anyone, regardless of their nationality or location. It is crucial for authorities to enforce strict traffic regulations and promote road safety awareness to prevent such tragic incidents in the future. The loss of innocent lives in this heartbreaking accident serves as a somber reminder of the need for improved road safety measures worldwide.

In conclusion, the NRI Telugu family from Amalapuram in Andhra Pradesh has been struck by an unimaginable tragedy during the Christmas holiday. The loss of six family members in a road mishap in Johnson County, Texas, has left the community in deep sorrow. MLA Ponnada Venkata Satish Kumar is working diligently, with the support of TANA representatives, to repatriate the bodies back to India. This devastating incident emphasizes the importance of road safety and the need for stricter measures to prevent such accidents. The entire community stands together in offering condolences and support to the grieving family during this challenging time..