Massive fire breaks out in Garib Rath train travelling from Ludhiana to Delhi, passengers jump to safety
New Delhi: A coach of the Garib Rath train travelling from Ludhiana to Delhi suddenly caught fire. The incident occurred in coach number 19, which was carrying many passengers. The fire caused panic among the passengers, who began jumping out to save their lives. Several passengers were injured. Upon receiving the information, teams from the Railway Police and local administration arrived at the scene and attempted to control the fire. The fire was brought under control within an hour, and the train departed.
What did the Railway say?
A statement issued by the railway stated that the TTE and the train pilot had informed the Railway Control Board of the fire, and rescue teams arrived at the scene as soon as they received the information. No injuries were reported in the accident, but some people were injured in the rush to disembark and received treatment. Train No. 12204 Amritsar-Saharsa arrived at Sirhind station in Punjab, and a fire broke out in one of the coaches as it crossed. Passengers will be transferred to another train.
Railway team begins investigation
A statement issued by the railway said that a fire broke out in a coach of train number 12204 Amritsar-Saharsa at Sirhind station in Punjab at 7:30 am on Saturday, 18 October 2025. Upon learning of the incident, railway officials acted quickly, shifting passengers to other coaches, and the fire was quickly extinguished. There were no casualties. Initial investigations indicate a short circuit as the cause of the fire. A team of railway engineers is still investigating the cause. Several passengers were injured while disembarking in the chaos and have been given first aid.
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