Jaipur-Hyderabad Express Fire: Panic started due to smoke, train engulfed in flames within few minutes. Major Train Mishap Averted At Hyderabad Station As Two Ac Coaches Of Jaipur Special Catch Fire

There was chaos at Nampally railway station, one of the busy railway stations of Hyderabad, on Friday evening when a massive fire broke out in two AC coaches of a special train going to Jaipur. Within no time the fire spread so rapidly that B1 and B2 coaches of the train were completely burnt to ashes. However, it is a matter of relief that there were no passengers present inside the coaches at the time of the accident. If the fire had started after some time, this incident could have turned into a major railway accident.

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There was a commotion just before departure

According to the information, the special express running from Nampally Railway Station to Jaipur was scheduled to leave at around 7 pm. Passengers were preparing to board the train at the station. Meanwhile suddenly smoke was seen coming out from the AC coaches. Within minutes, the smoke turned into high flames and the fire engulfed both the three-tier AC coaches. After the incident, there was shouting and stampede like situation in the station premises. Railway employees and security personnel immediately removed the passengers from the coaches and evacuated the entire platform.

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B1 and B2 coaches burnt to ashes

According to eyewitnesses, the fire was so severe that B1 and B2 coaches were completely burnt within a short time. A plume of smoke was visible far into the station premises. Several fire brigade vehicles reached the spot and after much effort the fire was brought under control. While extinguishing the fire, a security cordon was also made around the railway track so that no further accident occurs.

The coach was empty at the time of the accident

According to railway officials, the biggest relief was that there were no passengers present in the coaches at the time of the incident. If this accident had happened after the departure of the train or while the passengers were boarding, the situation could have been much more serious. This incident has once again raised questions regarding railway safety and technical inspection of coaches.

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Investigation from multiple angles including short circuit

In the preliminary investigation, it is believed that the fire started from inside the AC coach. However, the real cause of the fire is not yet clear. Railway and fire department teams are investigating from the angle of short circuit, electrical fault or other technical fault. Railway officials have ordered a detailed investigation into the entire matter. Technical inspection of the affected coaches will be conducted to ascertain whether there were any lapses in safety standards.

Fear and anger seen among passengers

After the incident, both fear and anger were seen among the passengers present at the station. Many passengers raised the question that if coaches are regularly checked, then how did such a big fire suddenly break out. Some passengers also expressed concern over the security arrangements of the Railways and said that amid the scorching heat and the ever-increasing technical pressure, the checking of coaches should be done more strictly.

Questions raised again on railway safety

In the last few years, incidents of fire in trains and railway stations have come to light several times. In such cases, electrical system, wiring or technical faults are often considered the cause. Experts believe that despite the strong safety technology in modern coaches, regular inspection and maintenance is very important. At present, the railway administration is investigating the incident and is trying to find out how such a big fire broke out in the train parked at Nampally station.

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