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Fire Breaks Out in Four Coaches of Karmabhoomi Express in Punjab's Rajpura
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What Happened?
A fire erupted in four coaches of the Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara in Punjab's Rajpura on Friday. The fire started in the pantry and spread to adjacent coaches, but was brought under control without any reported casualties.
Key points
- The fire reportedly started in the train's pantry.
- Patiala Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal confirmed no casualties.
- Passengers were alerted by a fire alarm and evacuated safely.
- Senior railway officials are assessing the situation.
- A high-level inquiry has been ordered to investigate the cause of the fire.
Key insights
- The quick evacuation likely prevented injuries among passengers.
- The inquiry may lead to improved safety measures in the future.
- This incident could raise public awareness about railway safety.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the importance of railway safety measures and emergency response protocols.
Entities
Karmabhoomi Express· TrainPunjab· StateRajpura· City
Source
India Today
