Jaisalmer

15 Oct

20 Dead in Jaisalmer Bus Fire; PM Modi Expresses Grief, Announces ₹2 Lakh Ex-Gratia

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National Times Bureau :- At least twenty passengers were burnt alive and several others critically injured after a private bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire on Tuesday, the police said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed grief over the loss of lives and announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of deceased. “Distressed by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured," PM Modi said in…

15 Oct

Trapped by Faulty Door: Jaisalmer Bus Blaze Leaves 20 Dead, Identification Efforts Underway

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Jaisalmer (Rajeev Sharma): A devastating fire that tore through a private AC sleeper bus near Jaisalmer on Tuesday has left 20 people dead and several others battling for their lives, with authorities now pointing to a jammed door as a major factor in the tragedy. The incident occurred just 10 minutes after the bus began its journey from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur. According to preliminary findings, a malfunctioning door prevented passengers from evacuating as flames rapidly engulfed the vehicle, leaving many trapped inside with no route to safety. Police officials confirmed on Wednesday that the blocked exit significantly worsened the situation.…