PM Modi expressed profound sadness following the catastrophic Greater Noida bus fire that resulted in 9 fatalities and multiple injuries on the Yamuna Expressway. The Prime Minister’s Office released an official statement confirming immediate financial aid from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.

The government sanctioned an ex-gratia amount of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased victim. Furthermore, injured survivors receiving emergency medical treatment will receive Rs 50,000 each to support their medical care.

Why Did The Bus Catch Fire Near Greater Noida?

The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Jewar police station when a moving double-decker private bus caught fire while travelling from Greater Noida toward Mahoba. Preliminary reports indicate that a sudden blaze engulfed the vehicle rapidly, trapping several passengers inside while others escaped by jumping through broken window panes.

Police personnel from the Jewar police station along with emergency fire brigade teams rushed to the location to carry out rescue operations. First responders evacuated surviving passengers and transported the injured individuals to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.

President Droupadi Murmu and state leaders also joined PM Modi in offering condolences to the affected families. Local police officials launched a full forensic investigation to ascertain the precise cause of the fire and assess vehicle compliance standards on long-distance passenger routes.