Bus Engulfed in Flames on NH 19; 48 Wedding Guests Saved by Motorcyclist's Alert

• A bus carrying 40-48 wedding guests from Birpur, Bardhaman to Joynagar caught fire on National Highway 19 in Shaktigarh.
• A motorcyclist alerted the driver about the fire, prompting immediate evacuation of all passengers, who narrowly escaped.
• The bus was quickly engulfed in flames after passengers disembarked, turning a joyous journey into a terrifying ordeal.
• Police suspect a mechanical fault, while the driver speculates a sudden brake lock or wheel issue caused the fire.
• One fire engine brought the blaze under control, but traffic on the Kolkata-bound lane of NH 19 was disrupted.