Telangana Human Rights Commission takes suo motu cognizance of Chevella lorry-bus accident; seeks action taken reports

Telangana Human Rights Commission took suo motu cognizance of the accident in Chevella mandal, Rangareddy district, which claimed 19 lives on Monday (November 3, 2025). The Commission, headed by Chairperson Justice Shameem Akther, directed comprehensive reports from key departments, including Transport, Home, Mines & Geology, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Rangareddy district Collector and Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC). 

“The Commission noted recurring accidents and alleged gross negligence in road safety, enforcement failures, and infrastructural delays violating the Right to Life under Article 21. The concerned authorities have been asked to submit factual and action-taken reports by 15.12.2025 at 11:00 AM.,” as per official communication. 

The accident occurred when a gravel-laden lorry collided with a TGSRTC bus. Besides the impact, the gravel too poured into the bus, on the passengers. The deceased includes an infant.