Basti, Uttar Pradesh — Panic spread near the district hospital in Basti after a motorcycle caught fire while being started. The flames quickly spread to a nearby scooter, engulfing both vehicles.
Locals rushed to douse the flames by throwing water, but their efforts failed. Within minutes, both the bike and scooter were reduced to ashes.
No injuries have been reported, but the incident has raised questions about fire safety near public facilities. Authorities are yet to confirm the exact cause of the fire.
