Gujarat: Smoke Detected in Coach of Mumbai Central-Amritsar Paschim Express (Watch Video)

The Mumbai Central-Amritsar Paschim Express (12925) experienced a brief delay on Tuesday after smoke was detected in the General Second (GS) coach while the train was traveling between Ankleshwar and Bharuch stations in Gujarat.

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According to officials, the incident occurred around 17:03 hours when the onboard smoke detection system was triggered in the GS coach, located second from the engine. The train came to an abrupt halt between the two stations.

The train was delayed for approximately 32 minutes and resumed its journey at 17:35 hours. However, it was rerouted to the loop line at Bharuch at 17:49 hours for further examination and safety checks, the officials added.

There were no reported injuries or harm to any passengers onboard.

(With inputs from news agencies)