Fire breaks out in train coach on Amritsar-New Jalpaiguri service

A fire erupted in one of the general coaches of a train travelling from Amritsar to New Jalpaiguri, triggering an immediate evacuation of passengers. Railway authorities responded swiftly to contain the blaze, and all occupants of the affected coach were safely evacuated before the situation could escalate.

The incident occurred during the train's journey between the two cities, with the Amritsar-New Jalpaiguri service being a key connectivity route linking Punjab to West Bengal. Officials confirmed that no passengers or crew members sustained injuries during the incident.

Railway personnel worked to douse the flames and secured the affected coach. Preliminary investigations into the cause of the fire have been initiated, with railway authorities examining factors that may have led to the incident. The train's operations were disrupted as authorities completed their assessment of the damage.

This incident comes amid heightened focus on passenger safety standards across Indian railways, with authorities regularly conducting inspections and maintenance checks to prevent such occurrences. The railways have implemented various safety protocols to ensure rapid response to emergencies aboard trains.