Passenger Train Catches Fire in Bhadrak
Bhadrak: Tension prevailed among the passengers of the Dibrugarh–Kanyakumari Vivek Superfast Express today after a minor fire was reported in the train in Bhadrak district. Sources said that the gatekeeper noticed smoke emitting from the wheels and alerted the loco pilot following which the train halted near Rambhila of the district.
Soon, the railway staff swung into action to douse the minor fire and train left for its destination as situation became normal after 20 minutes. Though under what circumstance the fire took place is yet to be known, it is suspected to have been caused by brake binding.
Meanwhile, the concerned officials issued a clarification saying that no fire incident was reported in the Kanniyakumari-Dibrugarh Vivek SF Express (Train No. 22504) at Bhadrak station today. A minor issue of brake binding was detected in a sleeper coach (4th from the engine) upon the train’s arrival at Bhadrak at 9:23 AM. The issue was promptly attended to by the Carriage and Wagon (C&W) staff, ensuring the safety and smooth operation of the train. After the rectification, the train departed Bhadrak station at 9:43 am.