Fire breaks out in train in Bihar. All passengers reported to be safe

A fire broke out in the engine of a train in Bihar on Sunday, triggering major concerns for the safety of passengers. All aboard the train, however, were later reported to be safe.

The train was headed to Narkatiaganj from Raxaul, reported news agency ANI. Initial reports said that the fire did not spread to other compartments and all passengers were safely evacuated. Fire fighting operations are on.

Visuals showed the engine in flames and smoke billowing while the journey to the destination came to a halt.