Passengers screamed and jumped out of the windows, read about the eyewitnesses' accounts: a woman said people ran over her, and another girl said she couldn't even put on her shoes.

In Noida, India, a sleeper bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway late Wednesday night, resulting in the death of nine people who were burnt alive. The deceased reportedly included women, elderly individuals, and disabled children. Meanwhile, more than 15 people saved their lives by breaking window panes and jumping out of the bus. Those with burns were admitted to Kailash Hospital, where they received primary treatment before being discharged. Approximately 35 passengers were on board the AC bus, which had arrived from Delhi around 9:30 pm.