A fire incident occurred at the Sriganganagar railway station in Rajasthan on Tuesday, resulting in the destruction of a generator set. The blaze was reported in the station premises, causing panic among passengers and staff. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot, and the fire was brought under control after an hour-long operation. No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident.
Details of the Incident
The fire broke out in the generator room of the railway station, which housed backup power supply equipment. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but preliminary investigations suggest a short circuit may have triggered the blaze. The generator set was completely gutted, leading to a temporary disruption in power supply at the station. However, railway officials confirmed that train services were not affected, and alternative arrangements were made to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Response and Investigation
Firefighters from the Sriganganagar Municipal Corporation and railway authorities responded promptly. The area was cordoned off to prevent any untoward incidents. A senior railway official stated that an inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the fire and to assess the damage. The official added that safety measures at the station would be reviewed to prevent such incidents in the future.
Passengers at the station were evacuated to safe locations, and no one was harmed. The railway administration has assured that all necessary steps will be taken to restore normalcy at the earliest. The incident highlights the need for regular maintenance and safety audits of electrical equipment at railway stations.
