Chainsaw-wielding man storms Andhra Pradesh school, kills girl student

ANANTAPUR: A horrific attack inside a government school in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district has left a girl student reportedly dead and another injured after a 21-year-old man allegedly stormed their classroom with a power chainsaw while lessons were underway.

The incident took place at a Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu mandal. According to reports, the accused entered the classroom carrying a chainsaw and attacked the students in the presence of a teacher, triggering panic among those present.

The attack reportedly followed the girl's rejection of the accused's romantic proposal. The second student was injured in the incident.

Police have launched a search to trace the accused, who fled after the attack. Further investigation is underway to establish the circumstances leading to the incident and the motive behind it.