Firecrackers Spark Train Fire Near Rohtak

A fire broke out on a train near Rohtak, Haryana, due to an explosion of firecrackers carried by a passenger. The incident resulted in minor injuries to a few passengers. Officials suspect a short-circuit led to the firecracker explosion. Forensic investigation is ongoing.

A fire erupted on a passenger train near Rohtak, Haryana, on Monday evening, reportedly triggered by an explosion of firecrackers carried by a traveler, according to officials.

The train was en route to Delhi from Jind, passing through Sampla and Bahadurgarh when the incident occurred. A Government Railway Police official reported that smoke engulfed a section of the train.

Preliminary investigations suggest a short-circuit in an electrical appliance may have ignited the firecrackers. Forensic experts are analyzing the scene as the probe continues, with officials confirming minor injuries to two or three passengers.

(With inputs from agencies.)