Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed condolences following the tragic bus fire in Jaisalmer that claimed at least 21 lives and left several passengers injured. The Prime Minister also announced financial assistance from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for victims and their families.
Posting on X, PM Modi said: “Distressed by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.”
According to the PMO, each family of the deceased will receive Rs 2 lakh, while the injured passengers will be provided Rs 50,000 each to aid in medical expenses.
The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when a private AC bus operated by KK Travels, en route from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur, caught fire near Thaiyat village. The bus had departed from Jaisalmer around 3:00 pm when smoke was spotted emanating from the rear section of the vehicle.
Jaisalmer Additional SP Kailash Dhan confirmed: “The moving bus burst into flames. Casualties have been reported. The injured have been rushed to the hospital. Rescue operation is continuing.”
Local residents and passersby rushed to assist passengers, helping many escape before the fire brigade and police teams arrived.
In Jodhpur, 16 injured passengers were admitted to hospitals for treatment. Jodhpur Police Commissioner Om Prakash Paswan stated: “Fifteen injured are receiving treatment at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital, and one at Shri Ram Hospital.”
