Ertiga Car Engulfed in Flames on Badaun-Aonla Road
A moving Ertiga car turned into a fireball on the Badaun-Aonla road. Miraculously, all three occupants escaped the blaze without any injuries.
A terrifying scene unfolded on the Badaun-Aonla road late Wednesday night, October 14, 2026, as a moving Maruti Ertiga suddenly burst into flames. The incident, which occurred near the Salarpur block headquarters in the Civil Lines area of Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, sent shockwaves through the local community and brought traffic to a standstill.
Miraculous Escape for Occupants
Despite the sudden and violent nature of the fire, a major tragedy was averted. All three individuals inside the vehicle managed to jump out and flee just moments before the inferno completely swallowed the car. The driver, identified as Sonpal from Kunwargaon, was among those who successfully escaped the life-threatening situation.
Local witnesses reported that the sudden ignition caused immediate panic among bystanders and commuters, as the flames spread rapidly across the vehicle.
Short Circuit Suspected as Cause
While a formal investigation is underway, preliminary findings suggest that the blaze was triggered by an electrical short circuit within the vehicle. The intensity of the fire was such that it quickly consumed the entire car, leaving behind nothing but a charred skeleton of metal.
Extensive Damage and Recovery Efforts
The fire brigade was alerted to the emergency and rushed to the site. Firefighters faced a challenging task in bringing the raging blaze under control, but they eventually managed to extinguish the flames after significant effort.
While no lives were lost, the material damage was substantial. The vehicle was completely destroyed, and all critical documents kept inside—including the Registration Certificate (RC) and insurance papers—were lost in the fire. Authorities are currently assessing the full extent of the incident.