Assam: Midnight blaze guts passenger bus in Kokrajhar, 22 travellers rescued

A major accident was averted on National Highway 27 near Patgaon in Kokrajhar last night when a night passenger bus suddenly caught fire due to a suspected mechanical fault. 

The incident occurred around 12:40 am when the Tezpur-bound bus (registration number AR-01-M-0924) was travelling from Siliguri.

According to reports, the vehicle burst into flames without warning, creating panic among the passengers. Swift and courageous action by the officer-in-charge of Patgaon Police Station and his team ensured that all 22 passengers were rescued safely from the burning vehicle before the fire spread further.

No casualties were reported, and the timely intervention of Kokrajhar Fire and Emergency Services helped bring the blaze under control.

Local residents praised the prompt response of police officials, including Sub-Inspector Amirul Hussain, Sub-Inspector Asim Roy, and their staff, whose coordinated efforts saved the lives of all on board.

What could have turned into a midnight tragedy instead ended with relief, as all passengers escaped unharmed despite the bus being completely gutted in the fire.