Amritsar to Saharsa Garib Rath Express fire: Passengers on the Amritsar–Saharsa Garib Rath Express had a frightening start to their Saturday morning when a fire broke out in one of the train’s coaches at Sirhind Station in Punjab. Thankfully, no casualties were reported. The incident occurred around 07:30 hrs and comes under the jurisdiction of the Northern Railway zone.
Railway officials said the fire was quickly detected, and immediate action was taken. “As soon as incident was noticed, swinging into action, Railway authorities shifted the passengers immediately to the other coaches and the fire was also extinguished quickly. The train will depart to its destination shortly. No casualties. Time of incident 7.30am,” the national transporter said in an official statement.
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