Pune: Mentally Challenged Man Causes Smoke Scare in Daund-Pune DEMU Train, Swift Action Prevents Disaster
Pune News, June 16, 2025: A major incident was averted on Train No. 71404 (Daund-Pune DEMU) today when smoke was detected in coach CR 178378 near Yevat station. The Central Railway Pune Division confirmed that the smoke was caused by an individual, appearing to be a beggar, who was burning paper/bidi inside a locked toilet.
Key Details of the Incident:
- Cause:Â The man, later found to be mentally challenged, had locked himself inside the toilet and was burning paper/bidi, leading to smoke filling the coach.
- Immediate Response:Â Railway staff and a pointsman broke the toilet window to remove the individual, who was then handed over to the Railway Protection Force (RPF).
- No Injuries:Â Neither the individual nor any passengers sustained injuries.
- Safety Checks:Â The train resumed its journey after thorough safety inspections.
- Investigation:Â The person was taken into custody, and further investigations are being conducted by state police.
Official Statement:
The Central Railway Pune Division praised the swift action of railway staff in preventing a potential disaster. Authorities reiterated their commitment to passenger safety and assured that such incidents are being dealt with strictly.
🚨 Breaking: Fire breaks out in Pune-bound DEMU train near Daund! Passengers break doors to escape, rescue trapped man from toilet. 🔥🚆 No injuries reported. #PuneTrainFire #RailwaySafety #Pune #punenews #Pune pic.twitter.com/WFTYZ7zheT
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Preventive Measures & Public Awareness:
Railways have urged passengers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. Enhanced monitoring of toilets and sensitive areas is being considered to prevent similar occurrences.
