Agricultural Workers Union leader Ubba Venkateshwar has demanded compensation to the victims of Patta. Mala Corporation Chairman Pedapudi Vijay Kumar on Friday issued a memorandum in Ongole. Speaking on the occasion, Venkateshwar said that the coolies of the Korishapadu Mandalam Prasangalapadu village of Bapatla district had gone to Nellore district for work. The auto and other equipment were completely burnt in the fire as the accident occurred. About Rs 7 lakh was damaged in the accident. Vijay Kumar has been asked to take steps to ensure compensation from the government. Vijayakumar responded positively. Among those who met Vijayakumar were agricultural trade union leaders and victims.
