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- A KSRTC bus travelling from Perinthalmanna to Kottayam caught fire on Tuesday morning in front of the Pattambi market.
- The driver stopped the vehicle after noticing smoke from the engine allowing all passengers to evacuate safely.
- Fire and Rescue Services personnel extinguished the blaze which partially damaged the bus.
- Officials suspect an electrical short circuit caused the fire and have launched an investigation into the incident.
What to watch next
- Official investigation report into the cause of the fire
- Assessment of damage to the bus
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KSRTC officials
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“an investigation was underway to determine the exact cause”
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…The passengers were later taken to their destination in another bus. Traffic in the area was disrupted for more than an hour. An electrical short circuit is suspected to have caused the fire. KSRTC officials said an investigation was underway to determine the exact cause . Published - September 22, 2026 10:29 am IST…
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Named India · Kerala State Road Transport Corporation · Kottayam · Pattambi · Perinthalmanna · Fire and Rescue Services
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