Chandigarh, June 7 -- As many as 12 passengers had a narrow escape after a Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) bus suddenly caught fire near the Manimajra police post on Friday night.

All passengers on board were evacuated safely before the flames completely engulfed the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

The incident occurred around 8.30 pm when the bus, operating on route number 22 from inter-state bus terminus (ISBT) in Sector 43 to IT Park, was passing through Manimajra. According to eyewitnesses, sparks were seen emerging from its front portion. Within moments, smoke began to rise, and the flames spread rapidly.

Responding swiftly, the bus conductor alerted the passengers and evacuated everyone from the vehicle. The driver als...