Solapur, Maharashtra — A heart-stopping incident unfolded outside a private school in Solapur on Tuesday afternoon when an Ola Electric scooter suddenly burst into flames, but quick thinking by a father saved him and his three-year-old daughter from disaster.
CCTV footage that’s now going viral on social media captures the terrifying moment. The father had parked the scooter outside the school gate after arriving to pick up his child. As he lifted his young daughter onto the vehicle, smoke started billowing from the front section. Within seconds, flames erupted, forcing the man to jump back with the toddler in his arms just in time.
Eyewitnesses say the pair escaped unharmed, though clearly shaken. “It all happened so fast — one moment everything was normal, the next there were flames everywhere,” said a parent who was nearby. Firefighters arrived quickly and doused the blaze, but the scooter was completely gutted.
The incident has reignited concerns about electric vehicle safety, particularly with Ola Electric, which has faced multiple fire-related complaints over the past few years. While the company has often attributed past cases to external factors or aftermarket modifications, customers continue to voice frustration over recurring issues.
Ola Electric has not yet issued an official statement on this latest episode, but sources say the company is likely to investigate. In previous similar cases, they’ve stressed their commitment to safety and pointed to thermal runaway in batteries as a broader industry challenge.
For now, the footage serves as a stark reminder of the risks, even as EVs gain popularity across India for their eco-friendly appeal and lower running costs. Local authorities in Solapur haven’t commented yet, but residents are already calling for stricter checks on electric two-wheelers.
Thankfully, this one ended without injury — a huge relief for the family and everyone who watched that video with bated breath.
