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Crime
Punjab Train Coach Fire: Passengers Escape Unhurt
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:47 PM
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A fire broke out in a train coach in Punjab, but all passengers were able to evacuate safely without any injuries.
A fire erupted in a train coach operating in Punjab, prompting an immediate evacuation of all passengers. Emergency responders arrived swiftly and managed to control the blaze before it spread to adjacent coaches. No injuries were reported, and all passengers were accounted for and unharmed.
The incident occurred while the train was traveling within Punjab, though the exact route and time of day were not disclosed by authorities. Railway officials confirmed that the fire was contained quickly and that the train was temporarily halted to allow for a thorough inspection.
Railway safety officials are investigating the cause of the fire, but preliminary reports suggest that it may have been accidental. Passengers were guided to exit the coach through designated emergency exits, and the train’s fire suppression system was activated.
The train service has resumed normal operations after a brief delay, and passengers are advised to remain vigilant for any further safety notices.
The incident occurred while the train was traveling within Punjab, though the exact route and time of day were not disclosed by authorities. Railway officials confirmed that the fire was contained quickly and that the train was temporarily halted to allow for a thorough inspection.
Railway safety officials are investigating the cause of the fire, but preliminary reports suggest that it may have been accidental. Passengers were guided to exit the coach through designated emergency exits, and the train’s fire suppression system was activated.
The train service has resumed normal operations after a brief delay, and passengers are advised to remain vigilant for any further safety notices.