Fire Incident at Nagasandra Metro Station
A minor fire was reported at Bengaluru's Nagasandra metro station on 21 June 2026. The fire was detected in a signboard located near the emergency exit around 1:30 pm, according to metro officials. Train operations remained unaffected throughout the incident, and no injuries were reported.
Quick Response and Containment
Metro staff and fire safety personnel responded promptly to the incident. The fire was brought under control within a short period, preventing any spread to other parts of the station. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but initial reports suggest an electrical short circuit may have triggered the blaze.
Impact on Commuters
Despite the fire, metro services continued to run normally. Passengers were temporarily evacuated from the affected area as a precautionary measure, but regular operations resumed shortly after the fire was extinguished. A metro spokesperson stated, "The safety of our passengers is our top priority, and our team acted swiftly to ensure minimal disruption."
Authorities have launched an inspection of all signboards and electrical fittings at metro stations across the city to prevent similar incidents in the future.
