Vande Bharat Saves the Day: Fire in Hisar Express Near Tirupati
A fire broke out in the Hisar Express near Tirupati, prompting timely action as the Vande Bharat Express halted to avoid danger.
Timely halt by Vande Bharat as fire erupts in Hisar Express near Tirupati.
In a concerning turn of events for Indian Railways, two separate train fire incidents within 24 hours have raised serious safety alarms and disrupted rail services in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
🔥 Hisar Express Catches Fire Near Tirupati
Panic gripped passengers aboard the Hisar Express, a train operating between Rajasthan and Tirupati, when a fire suddenly broke out near Tirupati railway station. The flames spread rapidly, prompting immediate emergency action from railway officials. Nearby train services were halted as a precaution, including a Vande Bharat Express that was traveling on a parallel track. Thanks to timely response, the Vande Bharat train stopped well before reaching the danger zone.
Firefighters were rushed to the scene to bring the blaze under control. No casualties have been reported so far, though the cause of the fire is under investigation.
🔥 Crude Oil Freight Train Fire Disrupts Chennai–Arakkonam Route
Just a day earlier, another alarming incident occurred near Egattur, close to Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. A freight train carrying 45 tankers of crude oil caught fire around 5 AM while traveling from Ennore (Chennai) to Mumbai. One of the tankers reportedly ignited unexpectedly, and the fire quickly spread to adjacent compartments, resulting in a massive blaze.
Dramatic visuals from the site showed thick plumes of black smoke rising into the morning sky. In response, authorities suspended rail traffic on the busy Chennai–Arakkonam section, leading to major delays and cancellations across the region.
Emergency personnel, including fire service and railway staff, responded swiftly to contain the fire and secure the area. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the blaze.
These back-to-back incidents have prompted renewed concerns over railway safety, especially concerning freight trains carrying hazardous materials. Officials are expected to review protocols and enhance monitoring systems to prevent future occurrences.
