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Bus Fire on Yamuna Expressway Draws Condemnation from Amit Shah
✍️ Awaz The Voice
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 06:40 AM
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A bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway, prompting Union Home Minister Amit Shah to describe the incident as extremely tragic.
A bus traveling on the Yamuna Expressway erupted in flames, causing a serious emergency on the busy corridor linking Greater Noida and Agra. Firefighters and police units were dispatched promptly to contain the blaze and evacuate passengers.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking to the media, called the incident "extremely tragic" and expressed his condolences to the victims and their families. He urged swift action by the authorities to determine the cause of the fire and to provide relief to those affected.
State officials have launched an investigation, while medical teams stand ready to treat any injured passengers. The incident has raised concerns about safety standards on intercity bus services along the expressway.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has pledged full cooperation with local agencies to ensure a thorough inquiry and to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking to the media, called the incident "extremely tragic" and expressed his condolences to the victims and their families. He urged swift action by the authorities to determine the cause of the fire and to provide relief to those affected.
State officials have launched an investigation, while medical teams stand ready to treat any injured passengers. The incident has raised concerns about safety standards on intercity bus services along the expressway.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has pledged full cooperation with local agencies to ensure a thorough inquiry and to prevent similar occurrences in the future.