Panic on Kasganj Express: Passengers Jump After False Fire Rumor in Uttar Pradesh

A scene of chaos erupted aboard the Kasganj Express in Uttar Pradesh, India, on Monday evening after a false rumor of a fire spread among passengers. The incident occurred near the Shivrajpur police station area in Kanpur as the train traveled from Anwarganj to Farrukhabad. Panic was triggered when some passengers mistook dust from new ballast on the tracks for smoke. One passenger allegedly spread the rumor that the train was on fire, leading to widespread fear. In the ensuing confusion, a passenger pulled the emergency chain to stop the train. As the vehicle slowed down, numerous terrified passengers jumped out of the coaches. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported. Railway personnel and the Shivrajpur police quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation. An investigation confirmed that there was no fire, attributing the panic to the flying dust. The train was inspected as a precaution before continuing its journey. Authorities are currently working to identify the individual responsible for spreading the rumor, while videos of the incident have gone viral on social media platforms.