Shivshahi Bus Catches Fire On Amravati-Yavatmal Route, Passengers Escape Unharmed; Video Viral | Video screengrab
Amravati: A ShivShahi bus caught fire while traveling on the Badnera-Yavatmal route in Amravati district. The incident took place around 3:30 pm on Saturday, March 22. Smoke was seen emerging from the driver’s cabin, leading the alert driver to stop the bus immediately and evacuate all passengers.
Within moments, the fire intensified, engulfing the entire bus. By the time the fire brigade arrived, the bus was completely burned down. A video of the incident has gone viral on the internet showing the state transport bus completely engulfed in fire. Fortunately, no casualties were reported.
Alert Driver Averted Major Mishap, Saved Passengers
The ShivShahi bus, operated by the Amravati depot, was en route from Badnera to Yavatmal when it reached the vicinity of Mahuli Chor village. Suddenly, smoke began billowing from the cabin area. Realizing the danger, the driver quickly pulled the bus to the side of the road.
According to reports, as soon as the driver stopped the bus, the conductor instructed all passengers to exit immediately. Thankfully, everyone managed to get off safely before the fire spread. Within seconds, flames engulfed the entire vehicle. The fire created panic among commuters on the busy road, causing traffic congestion.
Upon receiving the information, the police arrived at the scene, stopping traffic in both directions and calling for the fire brigade. However, by the time the fire brigade arrived and extinguished the flames, the bus had already been reduced to ashes.
Shocking Twist In Hinjawadi Bus Fire
Meanwhile, in a shocking twist in the Hinjawadi bus fire case, authorities have revealed that the incident was allegedly premeditated by the driver, Janardan Hambardikar.
According to police investigations, Hambardikar had stored highly inflammable chemicals under his seat and deliberately set the vehicle on fire, attempting to stage it as an accident.
Officials stated that Hambardikar was frustrated over not receiving a Diwali bonus and had frequent disputes with his colleagues. Driven by resentment, he allegedly orchestrated the fire as an act of revenge.
The tragic incident occurred at 7:45 am on March 19, when a company minibus carrying 14 employees from Warje to Hinjawadi caught fire. Four employees of Vyoma Graphics were burned to death, while six others sustained injuries.
Authorities noted that the emergency exit at the rear of the bus failed to open, contributing to the casualties.
The deceased have been identified as Shankar Shinde (63), Rajan Chavan (42), Gurudas Lokare (45), and Subhash Bhosale (44), all residents of Kothrud, Warje, and Wadgaon. They worked in various roles, including supervisor, printing machine operator, courier personnel, and paper-cutting operator.
