KATHMANDU: A Riddhisiddhi Yatayat bus caught fire at a bus stop in front of the Department of Passports in Kathmandu.

The bus was completely gutted as flames rapidly engulfed the vehicle.

The fire also spread to nearby telephone and internet cables, posing a risk of further damage.

The bus remained on fire as a fire engine had yet to arrive at the scene. The cause of the fire is yet to be confirmed.