Fire Breaks Out on Karmabhumi Express in Punjab; Four Coaches Destroyed

 

 

On Friday afternoon, four coaches of the moving Karmabhumi Express caught fire near Patiala, Punjab. The incident occurred on train number 12508, which operates between Amritsar and New Jalpaiguri. Preliminary findings suggest that the fire was caused by a short circuit in the fifth coach from the engine. While no fatalities have been reported, it is understood that some individuals sustained injuries.

As smoke and flames emerged, passengers fled in a state of panic. Authorities promptly brought the fire under control and arranged alternative travel options for the passengers. The Railways has ordered a detailed investigation into the incident. Official details regarding the extent of the damage to the coaches are expected to be released in the coming days.