Dahod, September 15: A fire broke out in one of the coaches of the Dahod-Anand MEMU train at Jakot station in Gujarat's Dahod district on Friday, triggering panic among passengers. The incident occurred while the MEMU train, designed for short and medium-distance routes, was en route to Godhra. Accompanied by senior railway officials, the Dahod Assistant Superintendent of Police K Sidhant, was also present at the incident site. Gujarat Train Fire Video: Blaze Erupts in Dahod-Anand Memu Train's Engine Near Dahod, Terrifying Visuals Surface.

According to ASP Sidhant, the fire broke out in the last compartment of the MEMU train and was successfully contained, preventing its spread to the remaining coaches. The sudden outbreak of fire in one of the coaches triggered panic among passengers, prompting an evacuation to ensure their safety. Smoke in Tirupati-Secunderabad Vande Bharat Express: Smoke Triggers Panic Among Passengers After Man Smokes Cigarette in Toilet in Andhra Pradesh (Watch Videos).

Fire Erupts in Dahod-Anand Train's Coach in Dahod

The billowing smoke could be seen from a distance, adding to the urgency of the situation. There were no reported casualties or injuries. The response of firefighters at the scene proved instrumental in controlling the blaze.

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