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Kite string causes minor blast at Jafrabad Metro station in Delhi, no injuries reported

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New Delhi | March 26, 2026 8:21:44 PM IST
A blast-like sound was reported at Jafrabad Metro station on Thursday evening in the national capital.

According to police officials, the incident occurred around 6:05 PM on the metro line heading towards Burari.

Upon receiving information, CISF personnel and local police rushed to the spot and evacuated all passengers safely. Preliminary investigation revealed that a kite string (manja) got entangled between two metro power cables, causing a minor blast and brief fire.

Authorities confirmed that no injuries or casualties were reported.

Services were resumed after the situation was quickly brought under control.

Further investigation is underway. (ANI)

 
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