BI News,Etawah : In a harrowing incident, a fire engulfed three coaches of the New Delhi-Darbhanga Superfast Express near Sarai Bhupat station in Uttar Pradesh’s Etawah district. Officials suspect a short circuit as the cause of the blaze.
#WATCH | Delhi-Darbhanga Express Train Catches Fire In Uttar Pradesh’s Etawah#TNShorts pic.twitter.com/8gEIGUmBHC
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The catastrophe unfolded as the train traversed the Sarai Bhupat station when the vigilant station master detected smoke billowing from one of the sleeper coaches. Acting swiftly, the station master promptly alerted the train driver and guard, leading to an emergency stop.
Passengers were urgently evacuated from the affected sleeper coach, with some sustaining minor injuries during the chaotic evacuation. Eyewitnesses reported several passengers resorting to jumping off the train as flames rapidly consumed the coaches. Sources indicate that the train was carrying more passengers than its designated capacity.
Local authorities and emergency services rushed to the scene to contain the inferno. Fortunately, the fire has now been brought under control, minimizing further damage. The three charred coaches have been detached from the train for investigation and to prevent any potential spread of the fire.
Preliminary investigations point to a short circuit as the likely trigger for the fire, according to the police. The incident raises concerns about the safety measures and capacity management on the New Delhi-Darbhanga Superfast Express, prompting a thorough review by railway authorities.
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Passenger safety remains a top priority, and authorities are working to ensure that necessary precautions are taken to prevent such incidents in the future. The injured passengers are receiving medical attention, and an inquiry will be launched to determine the exact cause of the short circuit and assess any lapses in safety protocols.
