Power Bank Explodes in Bengaluru Express Near Katpadi

Vellore: Panic prevailed on the Bengaluru Express train, travelling from Bengaluru to Chennai Central, after a power bank of a passenger exploded near Katpadi.

The passenger had connected his mobile phone to a power bank for charging. Suddenly, the power bank exploded, and passengers who were asleep were startled and screamed out of fear.

Railway Police and RPF personnel conducted an inspection at Katpadi station and found no injuries or damage to property.

After the inspection, the train resumed its journey towards Chennai. The Railway administration had issued instructions to switch off charging points on trains between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.