A major fire broke out in an empty train coach at Lahore Railway Station on Tuesday, November 10, triggering panic among railway employees and passengers.

The incident prompted an emergency response, with authorities evacuating people from nearby platforms and calling Rescue 1122 and municipal fire brigade teams. Officials confirmed that no casualties or injuries had been reported.

Railway Police also detained a suspect at the scene, while investigators began examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Fire Reported in Decommissioned Train Coach

Initial reports suggested that the fire had erupted in railway carriages parked at Platform 6A. However, officials later clarified that the blaze was confined to a decommissioned economy-class coach stationed at Platform 7.

Flames were seen coming through the coach windows as thick black smoke spread across the railway station.

The sudden outbreak created panic among passengers and railway staff in the surrounding area, with reports of a stampede-like situation as people attempted to move away from the fire.

Emergency Declared at Railway Station

Following the incident, authorities moved passengers away from Platforms 6A and 7 and declared an emergency across the station.

The Train Control Office, located directly opposite the affected platform, was also placed on temporary alert as a precaution.

Railway employees initially attempted to control the fire using the firefighting equipment available at the station. However, their efforts were unsuccessful in containing the flames.

Authorities subsequently called Rescue 1122 and municipal fire brigade teams to assist with the operation.

Railway Engine Used to Move Nearby Coaches

Railway workers also took precautionary measures to prevent the fire from spreading to other railway vehicles.

An engine was used to pull nearby carriages away from Platforms 6A and 7A, creating additional distance between the affected coach and other railway equipment.

Officials had reportedly parked inspection cars and power equipment in those areas until a few days before the incident.

Moving the nearby carriages helped reduce the risk of the fire spreading to other railway vehicles.

Fire Brought Under Control Within 40 Minutes

According to a railway spokesperson, firefighting teams brought the blaze under control within approximately 40 minutes.

The spokesperson said the fire was completely extinguished by 1:20 pm.

Emergency teams remained involved in the response to ensure that the situation was brought under control and that nearby railway facilities were safe.

No deaths or injuries were reported in the incident.

Railway Police Detain Suspect

Meanwhile, Railway Police detained a suspect at the scene as authorities began investigating the incident.

Officials were registering a formal case at Lahore Railway Police Station. Investigators were also working to determine the cause of the fire.

The circumstances surrounding the outbreak have not yet been established, and no confirmed explanation has been provided regarding whether the fire resulted from an accident or deliberate action.

Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.

Train Operations Continue as Normal

Despite the fire and emergency response, railway officials confirmed that train operations were not disrupted.

All train services continued according to their regular schedules, with no reported suspension or major delays linked to the incident.

The incident once again highlighted the importance of emergency preparedness and fire safety arrangements at major railway facilities, where large numbers of passengers and railway employees are present daily.

Authorities are expected to share further information after completing the initial investigation and determining the cause of the fire.

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