Wet-lease BEST bus catches fire in Chembur, no one injured
· India · Hindustan Times, Indian Express
A BEST bus operating under wet-lease from Deonar depot caught fire near Ram Mandir in Chembur Colony, Mumbai, on Sunday morning due to a suspected short circuit in its battery box. The incident occurred around 8 am on route A-364 from Mahul Gaon to Trombay, with the driver extinguishing the flames using the bus’s fire extinguishers before the fire brigade arrived. No passengers or staff were injured, but the battery was disconnected and removed as a precaution. The damaged bus was towed to Deonar depot for inspection, raising concerns over the maintenance of wet-lease buses in Mumbai. Investigators are examining the battery and electrical systems to determine the exact cause of the short circuit.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns for Mumbai’s public transport system, particularly with wet-lease buses operated by private contractors. Passengers and commuters rely on these services daily, and any lapses in maintenance or safety protocols directly impact their trust in public transportation.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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