CHENNAI: A fire broke out in the smoke chamber of the Rameswaram Express on Friday while it was travelling near Pudukkottai, causing panic among passengers.

The incident happened when a tube in the exhaust pipe of the engine caught fire.

The train driver's swift action to halt the train and manage the situation prevented a major accident, according to Maalaimalar reports.

Once the fire was extinguished, another engine was installed and the Rameswaram Express was cleared to depart.