At least six people were killed, and several others were injured when an auto carrying farm labourers was hit by a speeding truck.

The accident was reported near Pamidi Mandal in Anantapur on Friday morning.

The auto was carrying farm labourers, mostly women. The six people died on the spot after the speeding truck hit the auto.

The deceased are from Koppallakonda village near Pamidi Mandal of Anantapur.

The rescue operation is currently underway, and the injured have been shifted to a hospital for treatment. Meanwhile, the death toll may further increase as many injured passengers are said to be in a critical condition.

The police have registered a case and further investigation is in progress.