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Madhya Pradesh government bus catches fire; all passengers safely evacuated
A passenger bus operated under a recently launched state government service in Madhya Pradesh caught fire while traveling between Ujjain and Indore. All passengers aboard were evacuated safely from the burning vehicle.
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The incident occurred in the Ramwas area, approximately 15 kilometres from the temple city of Ujjain, as the bus was en route to Indore. Fire personnel rushed to the spot and extinguished the blaze, preventing any loss of life. The bus, which was part of a newly initiated transport service by the Madhya Pradesh government, was completely gutted in the fire. Initial reports suggest the fire broke out due to a mechanical failure, though a detailed investigation is underway. Authorities have registered the incident and are examining the vehicle's maintenance records. The state transport department has assured that it will conduct a thorough review of safety protocols across its fleet following the incident.