Bihar: Fire Breaks Out In Jaynagar-Udhna Antyodaya Express at Madhubani Railway Station

Patna: A major fire broke out in the empty coaches of the Jaynagar-Udhna Antyodaya Express at the Madhubani Railway Station in Bihar on Thursday. The train was stationed on platform number 3, undergoing shunting operations, during the time of the incident. 

What is the reason of the incident?

According to reports, the Jaynagar-Udhna Express, a weekly train, had been stationed on platform number three at Madhubani station and was scheduled to depart for Udhna on Thursday.

Meanwhile, in the morning, smoke suddenly began to rise from one of the compartment, and within a short time, the flames intensified. As soon as the fire broke out, panic gripped the station premises. Railway personnel immediately informed the fire department.

The fire, which reportedly occurred around 3:50 am, quickly engulfed the entire compartment, and within a short time, the entire compartment was reduced to ashes.

How did the officials respond?

Upon receiving information about the incident, eight to ten fire brigade vehicles were rushed to the scene. After about an hour of intense effort, the fire was brought under control. However, by then, the compartment involved had been completely engulfed.

In view of the severity of the fire, the railway administration evacuated the platform area and made extensive security arrangements. Several railway officials, including DRM Jyoti Prakash of the Samastipur division and Commandant Ashish Kumar, arrived at the scene and assessed the situation. Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire.