A private bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire on Tuesday, critically injuring 16 people, while some are feared dead, police said.

The number of casualties is currently unknown. However, Jodhpur IG Rajesh Meena said, “The FSL team is reaching the spot. It will be clear in some time.”

Police said the bus, carrying 57 passengers, left Jaisalmer around 3 pm. On the Jaisalmer-Jodhpur highway, smoke began emerging from the rear portion. The driver stopped the bus along the roadside, but within moments, flames engulfed the vehicle.

Locals and passers-by rushed to the spot and assisted in the rescue efforts. Fire tenders and police were informed, and the injured passengers were taken to Jawahar Hospital in Jaisalmer for treatment.

Police said 16 critically injured passengers h

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