Bhubaneswar, Jan 10: An Ama Bus was completely gutted after it caught fire on a busy road near Kalinga Studio Square in Bhubaneswar on Saturday morning. The incident triggered panic among commuters, though all passengers managed to escape safely and no injuries were reported.

According to sources, the bus was heading towards its destination when it suddenly caught fire near the square. The driver immediately stopped the vehicle on the roadside and evacuated all passengers. However, the flames spread rapidly, engulfing the entire bus within minutes.

Fire service personnel were alerted and rushed to the spot. After sustained efforts, the fire was brought under control. By then, the bus had been reduced to ashes.

Preliminary investigation suggests that a short circuit may have caused the fire. Police and fire officials have launched an inquiry to ascertain the exact cause of the incident.