Moving Car Bursts Into Flames On Delhi’s Mehrauli-Badarpur Road Amid Severe Heatwave, Watch

A shocking incident unfolded in Delhi on Tuesday when a moving car suddenly caught fire on the busy Mehrauli-Badarpur Road near Lado Sarai during the ongoing heatwave in the national capital.

The terrifying incident caused panic among commuters as flames quickly engulfed the vehicle, sending thick black smoke high into the sky. Fortunately, the two people travelling inside the car managed to escape safely before the fire spread completely.

Car Engulfed in Flames Within Minutes

According to visuals from the spot, the fire appeared to start from the front portion of the vehicle before rapidly spreading across the entire car within a few minutes.

Eyewitnesses reported seeing massive flames and dense smoke rising from the middle of the busy road, forcing nearby vehicles to slow down.

The dramatic visuals quickly began circulating on social media, showing the car completely destroyed by the fire.

#WATCH | Delhi: Car catches fire on Delhis Mehrauli-Badarpur Road. Delhis Mehrauli-Badarpur (MB) Road near Lado Sarai.

Two people, who were inside the vehicle, managed to exit the car on time. pic.twitter.com/JLLADex1hU

— ANI (@ANI) May 19, 2026

Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported in the incident.

Panic on Busy Delhi Road

The incident created temporary chaos on the Mehrauli-Badarpur stretch, one of the city's busy traffic corridors. As flames intensified, several commuters stopped their vehicles at a distance while others tried to move away from the spot quickly.

Traffic movement slowed down in the area as people gathered to witness the incident.
Authorities later reached the location to control the situation and clear the road.

Delhi Under Heatwave Alert

The incident comes at a time when Delhi is experiencing extremely high temperatures under severe heatwave conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions across the city.

On Tuesday, temperatures crossed 44 degrees Celsius in several parts of the national capital.
The city has been witnessing dry and scorching winds along with unbearable daytime heat, making conditions difficult for commuters and outdoor workers.

Temperatures Continue to Rise Across Delhi

According to IMD weather data, several stations across Delhi recorded above-normal temperatures.

Safdarjung recorded a minimum temperature of 28.2°C

Palam recorded 28.1°C
Lodhi Road recorded 27°C
Ridge recorded 28.1°C
Ayanagar recorded 27.4°C

Meteorologists have warned that isolated parts of Delhi are likely to continue experiencing heatwave-like conditions over the coming days.

Extreme Heat Raises Vehicle Fire Risks

Experts often warn that extreme summer temperatures can increase the risk of vehicle fires, especially when engines overheat or electrical systems malfunction.

Continuous exposure to scorching heat, long driving hours, fuel leakage, poor maintenance, or short circuits can sometimes trigger such incidents during peak summer months.

Authorities usually advise vehicle owners to regularly check wiring, engine temperature, and fuel systems during intense heat conditions.

No Casualties Reported

Despite the frightening visuals, the biggest relief in the incident was that both occupants escaped safely before the fire completely engulfed the vehicle.

Officials are expected to investigate the exact cause of the fire.

The incident has once again highlighted the dangers posed by extreme summer heat as Delhi continues to battle one of the hottest periods of the season.