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Tragic Turn for Andhra Pradesh MLA’s Family in US: Christmas Zoo Visit Ends in Fatal Accident

The family, hailing from Amalapuram, was visiting a relative in Texas and had spent the morning enjoying the festive season at a local zoo.

NRI Affairs Features Desk by NRI Affairs Features Desk
December 27, 2023
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In a heart-wrenching incident, tragedy struck the family of Andhra Pradesh MLA Ponnada Venkata Satish Kumar during their Christmas celebration in the United States. What was meant to be a joyous occasion turned into a nightmare as a fatal traffic accident claimed the lives of six family members, including the MLA’s uncle, in Texas on December 26.

The victims were identified as P Nageswara Rao (the MLA’s uncle), Seetha Mahalakshmi, Naveena, Kruthik, and a young girl named Nishitha. The family, hailing from Amalapuram, was visiting a relative in Texas and had spent the morning enjoying the festive season at a local zoo. However, the return journey to their relative’s home ended tragically when their minivan was struck by a pickup truck carrying two individuals. Initial reports suggest that the pickup was traveling in the wrong direction, leading to the fatal collision.

In a cruel turn of fate, one family member, Lokesh, survived the accident but is currently in critical condition, receiving medical attention at a local hospital. Simultaneously, the occupants of the pickup truck were also airlifted to medical facilities, adding another layer to the unfolding tragedy.

MLA Ponnada Venkata Satish Kumar conveyed the heartbreaking details, stating, “My uncle spent Christmas visiting a relative’s home. On December 26, they went to the zoo in the morning and left at 4 pm (local time). Their car was struck by a truck carrying two young people who were traveling the wrong way.” Local authorities have attributed fault to the pickup truck in their preliminary investigations.

Efforts are underway to repatriate the bodies of the deceased to India. However, the situation is complicated as Lokesh, one of the surviving family members, is still undergoing critical medical treatment. Repatriation agreements for the two victims who were American citizens by birth hinge on Lokesh’s recovery and consent.

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The news of this tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, both in India and the United States, as the festive season turned into a period of mourning and sorrow. The loss of five family members, including the MLA’s uncle, has cast a somber shadow over what should have been a time of celebration and togetherness.

As the community grapples with the profound sadness brought about by this unforeseen and devastating event, local authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to ascertain the full details of the accident. Questions surrounding the circumstances of the collision and potential legal repercussions for the pickup truck driver remain unanswered.

In the midst of grief, the MLA’s family faces the challenging process of repatriation and coming to terms with the aftermath of this tragic incident. The impact of this loss extends beyond immediate circles, serving as a poignant reminder of life’s uncertainties and the fragility of joy, even during festive moments.

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