Fire breaks out in Karmabhoomi Express coaches in Punjab; all passengers safe
Summary of 4 reports
A fire erupted in coaches of the Karmabhoomi Express train in Punjab's Patiala district on Friday around 1pm, causing panic among passengers. Reports indicate three to four coaches were affected, with the cause suspected to be a short circuit, though not officially confirmed. All passengers escaped unhurt and alternative transportation was arranged.
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Karmabhoomi Express passengers panic as moving train catches fire in Punjab (opens Times of India in a new tab)
Fire On 4 Coaches Of Karmabhoomi Express In Punjab, Panic Among Passengers (opens NDTV in a new tab)
According to sources, the cause of the fire is suspected to be a short circuit. The exact cause, however, is yet to be officially confirmed.
Four coaches of Karmabhoomi Express catch fire (opens The Economic Times in a new tab)
Watch: Karmabhoomi Express coaches gutted in Punjab; short-circuit suspected (opens Times of India in a new tab)
A fire erupted in three coaches of the Karmabhoomi Express in Patiala district, Punjab on Friday around 1pm. The sudden flames instilled fear in passengers as they spread quickly. Promptly, railway officials and emergency teams arrived to manage the…
Fire breaks out in train coach in Punjab, passengers escape unhurt (opens The Hindu in a new tab)
According to officials, the incident occurred in a general coach of a train headed from Amritsar to New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal
