A Samastipur Saharsa MEMU Train Fire broke out in two coaches of Train No. 63344 Samastipur–Saharsa MEMU at Simri Bakhtiyarpur railway station in Bihar's Saharsa district early Monday morning. The incident occurred at around 3:00 AM, but all passengers were safely evacuated and no injuries or casualties were reported, according to railway officials.The fire was first noticed in the motor coach of the train shortly after it arrived at Simri Bakhtiyarpur station. The station master immediately alerted railway authorities, triggering an emergency response.How Did the Fire Start?According to East Central Railway (ECR) Chief Public Relations Officer Saraswati Chandra, the fire began in the train's motor coach and quickly spread to an adjacent coach."As 63344 Samastipur-Saharsa MEMU arrived at Simri Bakhtiyarpur station around 3 a.m., the station master reported a fire in the motor coach of the train," the ECR CPRO said.Railway staff initially attempted to control the blaze using onboard fire extinguishers, but the flames intensified and spread further, making additional assistance necessary.Watch the Full Video on Instagram:Samastipur–Saharsa MEMU Train FireHow Were Passengers Rescued?The Bihar MEMU train fire prompted immediate safety measures. Railway authorities switched off the overhead electric power (OHE) to prevent further danger and evacuated all passengers from the affected coaches.Fire tenders were rushed to the station, and firefighters worked for several hours to contain the blaze. Officials confirmed that the fire was completely brought under control by 5:50 AM.The prompt evacuation ensured that all Bihar train passengers remained safe, and no injuries were reported during the Samastipur railway incident.What Was the Impact on Train Services?The Saharsa train fire caused temporary disruption to railway operations on the route. Train movement remained affected for approximately two hours while firefighting and safety inspections were carried out.After the fire was extinguished and the affected coaches were isolated, railway operations gradually resumed.Investigation OrderedEast Central Railway has ordered a formal inquiry to determine the exact cause of the MEMU coaches caught fire incident. Officials are examining the motor coach and electrical systems to identify whether the blaze was caused by an electrical fault, mechanical failure, or another technical issue.The railway emergency Bihar response was widely praised for preventing injuries and ensuring the safe evacuation of passengers. Authorities have assured that a detailed investigation report will be prepared and necessary preventive measures will be implemented to avoid similar incidents in the future.Also Read : Heartwarming Assam Flood Rescue: Sleeping Baby Carried to Safety Amid Rising Waters
