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Nine dead as Noida city bus catches fire after passengers urged driver to stop
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 05:19 AM
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A public bus in Noida burst into flames, killing nine people. Witnesses said they begged the driver to pull over before the fire spread.
A city bus operating in Noida caught fire on [date not specified], resulting in the deaths of nine passengers. According to eyewitnesses, the vehicle was moving when a sudden blaze erupted, and several commuters shouted for the driver to stop the bus so they could evacuate.
Despite the pleas, the driver was unable to bring the bus to a halt before the flames engulfed the interior. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the intensity of the fire limited rescue efforts, leading to a high casualty count.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and assess any lapses in safety protocols. The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance standards of public transport vehicles in the region.
Families of the victims have been notified, and the municipal corporation has promised support for the bereaved. The bus was taken to a nearby depot for forensic examination, and officials are urging the public to remain calm while the inquiry proceeds.
The tragedy underscores the need for stricter enforcement of vehicle safety checks and better emergency response training for drivers and staff.
Despite the pleas, the driver was unable to bring the bus to a halt before the flames engulfed the interior. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the intensity of the fire limited rescue efforts, leading to a high casualty count.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and assess any lapses in safety protocols. The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance standards of public transport vehicles in the region.
Families of the victims have been notified, and the municipal corporation has promised support for the bereaved. The bus was taken to a nearby depot for forensic examination, and officials are urging the public to remain calm while the inquiry proceeds.
The tragedy underscores the need for stricter enforcement of vehicle safety checks and better emergency response training for drivers and staff.