Panic on train in Punjab

A false alarm regarding a fire on the Howrah-Amritsar Mail caused chaos near Bilpur station in Uttar Pradesh on August 11, leading to six passengers being hospitalized after jumping from the moving train in panic. The incident occurred as rumors of a fire spread among passengers, prompting someone to pull the emergency chain while the train was still in motion. Initially reported as 12 injuries, the official count was later confirmed as six, with the injured individuals ranging in age from 26 to 50. Railway officials suspect that the panic was triggered by the discharge of a fire extinguisher by miscreants or unruly passengers. The Railway Protection Force has launched an investigation to identify those responsible for the incident and to prevent future occurrences. Passengers are advised to remain calm and avoid reacting to unverified information.