A fire broke out in four coaches of the Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara in Punjab’s Patiala district on Friday afternoon. The blaze reportedly started in the fifth coach from the engine before spreading to nearby general coaches.
Railway teams stopped the train and began rescue operations. Passengers were evacuated safely, and officials brought the fire under control.
No official casualties have been reported so far. However, some social media accounts have claimed that passengers suffered injuries during the evacuation. These claims have not been officially confirmed.
Railway authorities have started a high-level inquiry to identify the cause of the fire. The investigation will examine how the incident started and how it spread across the coaches.
Passengers reportedly appreciated the quick response and emergency alerts that helped prevent a more serious situation. Further details are expected as the railway investigation continues.
