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Crime
Nine dead as Greater Noida sleeper bus catches fire, illegal mods cited
✍️ India Today
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 02:16 AM
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A sleeper bus in Greater Noida burst into flames, killing nine passengers; investigators say illegal modifications and unpaid fines may have contributed.
A sleeper bus operating in Greater Noida erupted in flames, leaving nine occupants dead and several others injured. The fire broke out while the vehicle was en route, prompting an emergency response from local fire services and police.
Preliminary investigations have revealed that the bus had undergone illegal structural modifications, including the removal of safety equipment and the addition of unauthorized seating arrangements. Authorities also discovered that the operator had pending fines for previous safety violations, raising questions about regulatory compliance.
The Uttar Pradesh transport department has launched a formal inquiry to determine the exact cause of the blaze and to assess liability. Officials have warned that similar violations could attract stringent penalties, and they are urging transport operators to adhere strictly to safety norms to prevent future tragedies.
Preliminary investigations have revealed that the bus had undergone illegal structural modifications, including the removal of safety equipment and the addition of unauthorized seating arrangements. Authorities also discovered that the operator had pending fines for previous safety violations, raising questions about regulatory compliance.
The Uttar Pradesh transport department has launched a formal inquiry to determine the exact cause of the blaze and to assess liability. Officials have warned that similar violations could attract stringent penalties, and they are urging transport operators to adhere strictly to safety norms to prevent future tragedies.