Ama Bus Catches Fire in Bhubaneswar, Passengers Escape Unhurt
Bhubaneswar witnessed a tense moment on Friday when an Ama Bus suddenly caught fire near Kalinga Studio Square. Fortunately, all passengers managed to escape safely, and no injuries were reported.
According to eyewitnesses, smoke was first noticed inside the bus, prompting the driver and staff to act quickly and evacuate everyone onboard.
Fire services arrived promptly and brought the blaze under control.
Preliminary reports suggest that a short circuit may have triggered the fire.
The incident caused a temporary traffic disruption in the busy square, but normal flow resumed once emergency teams cleared the site.
Authorities have launched an inquiry into the cause of the fire and assured that preventive measures will be taken to strengthen safety standards in public transport.
The incident has reignited concerns about bus maintenance and passenger safety in the city.
