APSRTC bus carrying 45 people catches fire in Medak

An Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation Indra bus, on its way to Hyderabad caught fire near Kondapaka, Medak district on Tuesday. 

According to reports, the bus was carrying 45 people when it caught fire, but no one was hurt. The bus driver noticed the smoke coming from the engine and immediately alerted the passengers to get down.

Fortunately, passengers quickly managed to alight from the bus. The bus, belonging to Karimnagar depot, was headed to Hyderabad.

Two fire tenders rushed to the spot and managed to douse the fire. Short circuit is said to be the reason behind the fire.

-Siva@Sakshipost