Two people were killed and twelve others sustained severe burn injuries after a private sleeper bus caught fire on the Jaipur-Delhi Highway today.

The incident occurred at Todi village near Manoharpur when the bus came into contact with a high-tension power line. Five of the critically injured passengers have been referred to Jaipur for advanced treatment, while others are being treated at a hospital in Shahpura.

The bus was reportedly carrying labourers from Pilibhit in Uttar Pradesh to Shahpura. Upon receiving information, fire brigade teams rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control.

Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, who is currently on a visit to Kolkata, took detailed information about the incident over the phone and directed officials to ensure proper medical treatment for the injured. Deputy Chief Minister and Transport Minister Dr Prem Chand Bairwa expressed grief over the accident.