EV Car Catches Fire While Driving, Driver Dies
Summary
An EV car caught fire while driving on the service lane of the East-West Highway in Bharatpur, Chitwan, killing driver Amar Parajuli. Police are investigating the cause of the fire after locals and security personnel tried to respond.
Key Points
- A moving Ayon brand EV car caught fire in Basantachok, Bharatpur Metropolitan City-9, Chitwan, on Friday morning.
- Driver Amar Parajuli, 56, died after being unable to escape the burning vehicle.
- District Police Office Chitwan said the cause of the fire is under investigation in coordination with technicians.
- Security personnel brought the fire under control with a fire engine after the vehicle hit a road divider.
