Vadodara: CNG car explodes during refuelling at Gujarat station

A CNG-powered car exploded while being refuelled at an Indian Oil station on National Highway-48 near Karjan in Gujarat’s Vadodara district. The incident occurred on a Thursday afternoon when the vehicle’s gas cylinder reportedly burst immediately after being filled.

The blast caused significant damage to the car, ripping apart its rear section and scattering metal and glass fragments. Two other vehicles parked nearby were also damaged in the explosion. No casualties were reported as the vehicle was unoccupied at the time of the blast. Local police and the Karjan fire team responded to the scene to manage safety and bring the situation under control. The exact cause of the cylinder failure is currently under investigation.