Fire breaks out in Agartala-Bengaluru Humsafar Express near Assam’s Dharampur station

A fire broke out in the Agartala-Bengaluru Humsafar Express near Dharampur station in Assam, causing panic among passengers. Two coaches of the train reportedly caught fire, prompting immediate evacuation and emergency response. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported.

Eyewitnesses described the chaos as passengers started shouting and scrambling for safety. “It was terrifying; everyone was shouting and trying to get off the train,” said a passenger who witnessed the fire. Officials suspect the blaze originated from the brake shoes of the train.

Railway personnel and local emergency services acted swiftly to bring the fire under control, preventing it from spreading further. The affected coaches were isolated to ensure the safety of passengers and minimize damage.

The fire reportedly started while the train was in motion, escalating the urgency of the situation. Local authorities and railway officials coordinated efforts to ensure all passengers were accounted for and provided with assistance.

Preliminary investigations by railway officials suggest that friction in the brake shoes could have caused the fire, though a detailed inquiry has been launched. The train’s operations were temporarily halted, causing delays in the service.

Railway officials assured passengers that safety protocols were followed, and a thorough review of the incident will be conducted to prevent similar occurrences in the future. While the incident caused widespread panic, the timely response from officials helped avoid injuries or fatalities.