Fire damages Karmabhoomi Express coaches in Punjab

A fire broke out aboard the Karmabhoomi Express near Rajpura in Punjab’s Patiala district on Friday afternoon. The supplied reports say no casualties were reported; a short circuit was suspected, and officials worked to arrange onward travel for passengers.

• The fire was reported at around 1 p.m. Friday near Rajpura or Sarai Banjara in Patiala district, Punjab.· 2 sources
• Reports described flames spreading from one coach to others; one report said three coaches were affected, while another headline referred to four.· 2 sources
• No casualties were reported, and railway officials brought the fire under control.· 2 sources
• A short circuit was suspected as the cause, but a separate report said the cause had not been officially confirmed. Officials were arranging another train for passengers’ onward journey.· 3 sources