Fire Engulfs DTC Electric Bus in Shastri Park, Driver Accused of Intoxication
A DTC electric bus caught fire in Shastri Park, with locals alleging the driver was intoxicated and misbehaved during the incident.
Shastri Park, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : A DTC electric bus caught fire late Wednesday night in the Shastri Park area of Northeast Delhi. The blaze spread rapidly, engulfing the entire vehicle before firefighters could arrive on the scene.
Fire department teams responded promptly, but by the time they reached, the bus was largely consumed by flames. Eyewitnesses claim the driver was behaving erratically and appeared to be under the influence of alcohol.
Reports indicate that the bus had become stuck on a road speed bump before the fire broke out. Local residents helped the driver attempt to free the bus, but soon after, it was reported that he had gotten it stuck again in the same spot. Witnesses allege that the driver was intoxicated and used foul language towards those who tried to assist him.
For about one to two hours, the driver reportedly struggled to maneuver the bus off the speed bump, continuously turning the steering wheel. Suddenly, the vehicle caught fire, though the exact cause remains unclear and will be determined after a thorough investigation.
Authorities, including police and relevant departments, are looking into the incident. A clearer understanding of the circumstances surrounding the fire and the driver’s responsibility will emerge following the investigation.
