Fire Erupts in School Bus on Meerut Road, No Casualties Reported

A school bus fire on Meerut Road in Ghaziabad sparked panic among locals, but fortunately, no students were on board at the time. The driver escaped unharmed, and firefighters quickly responded to extinguish the flames. While the cause of the fire is still under investigation, officials suspect a technical issue. The incident briefly disrupted traffic in the area. For more details on this alarming event, read the full article.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 11, 2026, 13:11 IST

Incident Overview

On Saturday morning, a school bus caught fire on Meerut Road in Ghaziabad, causing panic among passersby and local residents. Within minutes, the bus was engulfed in flames, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky. Footage indicates that the bus belonged to Delhi Public School (DPS), Ghaziabad. Fortunately, a major disaster was averted as there were no students on board at the time of the incident. The driver managed to escape safely before the flames spread.

The fire department received an alert about the blaze around 9:26 AM, prompting the dispatch of two fire engines from the local fire station to the scene.

Firefighting Efforts

Firefighters arrived to find the CNG-powered bus completely surrounded by flames. They quickly initiated firefighting operations using hoses and reels. After considerable effort, they were able to bring the fire under control. While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, officials suspect a possible technical malfunction. The sight of the fire and smoke attracted a crowd, temporarily disrupting traffic on Meerut Road.