Fire breaks out in 'Ama Bus' in Khordha; All passengers safe
Published By : Bratati Baral
| August 21, 2025 4:10 PM
Khordha, August 21: Panic gripped passengers on Thursday when an 'Ama Bus' traveling from Bhubaneswar to Khordha suddenly caught fire near Gadakhordha Chhak on National Highway 16.
According to reports, the fire broke out unexpectedly while the bus was en route, prompting immediate alert to the fire services. Fire brigade personnel promptly reached the scene and launched an operation to bring the blaze under control.
After sustained efforts, firefighters successfully doused the flames. Fortunately, all passengers on board the bus were safely evacuated and no casualties were reported.
Preliminary investigations suggest a possible short circuit as the cause of the fire. Authorities are continuing further inquiry into the incident.
