A driverless car burst into flames on Saturday while speeding down the elevated road on Ajmer Road in Jaipur, heading towards Sudarshanpura Pulia. The fiery vehicle collided with a parked motorcycle, prompting nearby motorists to scramble for safety. Fortunately, despite the chaotic scene and busy traffic, no injuries were reported.
Videos capturing the tense moments quickly went viral on social media, showing motorcyclists abandoning their bikes as the blazing car approached. Many can be seen frantically running away from their vehicles to escape the danger, highlighting the panic and confusion during the incident.
A Burning Car on Run in Town….#Jaipur pic.twitter.com/KufsO7Xdvm
— Rajpal Singh Shekhawat (@Rajpal_BJP) October 12, 2024
According to a report by the Times of India, the vehicle was operated by Jitendra Jangid, a resident of Divya Darshan Apartment in Mansarovar’s Journalist Colony. As he descended the elevated road, Jitendra noticed smoke emerging from the car’s air conditioning unit. Alarmed, he called his brother for guidance, who advised him to check under the bonnet. Upon exiting the vehicle and lifting the bonnet, Jitendra discovered that the engine was on fire.
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जयपुर की सड़कों पर दौड़ी जलती हुई कार pic.twitter.com/Sd3VXVA6IT— Ishant Vashistha 🐦 (@Ishantvashist) October 12, 2024
The fire spread rapidly, damaging the car’s handbrake and causing the driverless vehicle to roll uncontrollably down the slope. It collided with a parked motorcycle before eventually coming to a halt after hitting a roadside divider. This incident underscores the potential hazards associated with vehicle malfunctions, especially in crowded areas.
A fire tender was dispatched from 22 Godam shortly after the emergency call was made. A police officer reported that by the time the fire was extinguished, the car was completely gutted, marking it as a total loss. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vehicle maintenance and the potential dangers posed by mechanical failures.
