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Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: A major accident was narrowly avoided on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district after a moving passenger bus suddenly caught fire in the early hours of Saturday, November 14, 2026. Around 40 passengers were travelling on the bus when the incident occurred. Fortunately, all passengers were evacuated safely, and no casualties were reported. Yamuna Expressway bus fire
According to preliminary information, the bus was operated by Khajuraho Travels and was travelling from Kashmere Gate in Delhi to Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh. The fire broke out near Raya Cut Bridge, within the jurisdiction of Raya Police Station.
Police and Fire Department Respond Quickly
Police received information about the incident at approximately 1:38 AM through Police Response Vehicle (PRV) 5840. An inspector-in-charge, accompanied by a police team, immediately reached the location and alerted the Fire Department.
Fire tenders were dispatched to the spot, and firefighters launched an operation to control the flames. After nearly one-and-a-half hours of continuous efforts, the fire was brought under control.
The flames spread rapidly and engulfed the entire bus. Although all passengers managed to escape safely, their belongings kept inside the vehicle were reportedly destroyed in the fire.
Short Circuit Suspected
Preliminary information suggests that an electrical short circuit in the bus’s wiring system may have triggered the fire. However, the exact cause has not yet been officially established and will require further investigation.
Road Safety and Vehicle Maintenance Under Focus
The incident has once again highlighted the importance of regular vehicle inspections and fire safety arrangements in passenger buses.
Experts stress that long-distance buses should have properly maintained electrical systems, functional fire extinguishers and accessible emergency exits. Drivers and operators must also be trained to respond quickly to fire emergencies.
The timely evacuation of passengers prevented a potentially serious tragedy on one of Uttar Pradesh’s busiest expressways.