Miraculous Escape: All Passengers Safe After Maharashtra Bus Fire

All 44 passengers aboard a Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation bus in Akola escaped safely after the vehicle caught fire due to a short circuit. The incident occurred at 11am on Thursday. Prompt action by the driver, who immediately stopped the bus and evacuated everyone, ensured no casualties.

All 44 passengers of a Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation bus in Akola managed to alight safely after the vehicle caught fire on Thursday, according to an official statement.

The MSRTC's 'Shiv shahi' bus was en route from Shegaon when a blaze erupted at 11am, the official said.

The fire was reportedly caused by a short circuit. The driver noticed the flames immediately, brought the bus to a halt, and evacuated all the passengers. Although the bus was gutted by the fire, there were no casualties.

(With inputs from agencies.)