Samsung S26 Phone Explodes in Youth's Pocket in Greater Noida, Leaves Him Injured (Watch Videos)
A 25-year-old man, Majid, suffered burns to both hands and his lower body after his Samsung smartphone reportedly overheated, smoked and exploded in his trouser pocket while travelling from Ghaziabad to Dankaur. He had bought the phone about a month earlier and has complained to Samsung, while the exact cause remains under investigation.
A young man named Majid suffered severe burns to both hands and his lower body after his Samsung smartphone overheated, smoked and exploded inside his trouser pocket. The incident occurred while he was returning to Dankaur from Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh. His clothes caught fire and the device shattered into pieces.
Greater Noida Phone Explosion Incident Details
Majid had purchased the phone about a month earlier from the DG Com store at The Grand Venice Mall in Greater Noida. He said the handset had been functioning normally with no major issues until the journey home. According to his account, the phone suddenly became unusually hot and began emitting smoke while still in his pocket. How Indian Housewives Are Training Humanoid Robots by Filming Daily Chores for Money? (Watch Viral Video).
Samsung S26 Phone Blasted in Youth's Hand in India
❗️A man in India is in hospital with severe burns to both hands and his lower body after his brand new Samsung S26 phone allegedly overheated, smoked and burst inside his trouser pocket, setting his clothes alight. pic.twitter.com/R3BqBxaHhO
— International Cyber Digest (@IntCyberDigest) August 15, 2026
Samsung Mobile Blast in Greater Noida
Greater Noida: Pipalka गांव निवासी माजिद की जेब में रखा Samsung मोबाइल अचानक धमाके के साथ फटा।
घटना में युवक के दोनों हाथों के साथ शरीर का निचला हिस्सा भी झुलस गया। 😨📱 pic.twitter.com/xmJRFmblaE
— Greater Noida West (@GreaterNoidaW) August 13, 2026
Boy Named Majid Hands Burns Due to Samsung Phone Blast
A young man named Majid, returning from #Ghaziabad in #UttarPradesh to Dankaur, had his mobile phone, kept in the pocket of his pants, suddenly explode. As a result, both his hands and private parts were also injured. Majid stated that he had purchased this Samsung mobile from… pic.twitter.com/TupLyydEiw
— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) August 12, 2026
Before he could take it out, the device exploded with a loud bang. Fragments of the shattered handset were scattered around the area. People nearby rushed to help him extinguish the flames on his clothes and arranged for him to be taken to a nearby hospital, where he is receiving treatment for his injuries. His family has expressed concern about his condition.
As per a report by Free Press Journal, Majid has raised questions over the safety and quality of the smartphone and has lodged a complaint with Samsung. The exact reason for the explosion has not yet been established.
Videos of Greater Noida Phone Blast Circulate
Videos shared by Greater Noida West and Siraj Noorani capture the aftermath of the explosion and the damaged remains of the phone. These clips have circulated widely on social media, drawing attention to the incident.
A damaged or defective lithium ion battery can in some cases undergo a dangerous thermal event if it suffers an internal fault, physical damage or excessive heat. However, experts note that it would be premature to conclude a battery defect caused this incident without a full technical examination of the device. Heat buildup can also become a concern when a smartphone is subjected to demanding conditions, damaged, exposed to unsuitable charging equipment or develops a technical fault.
In India, mobile phones fall under mandatory safety requirements set by the Bureau of Indian Standards under IS/IEC 62368-1. The Greater Noida case highlights why users should take unusual heating, swelling, smoke or unusual smells seriously. Phones showing such warning signs should not continue to be used and should be kept away from flammable materials. Compatible charging equipment that meets safety standards is also advised. I Might Leave India’: British Content Creator ‘Amy on the Move’ Alleges Man Stalked Her on Bicycle During Solo Run in Odisha (Video).
Further updates are expected once authorities complete their examination of the device and the circumstances surrounding the blast.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 15, 2026 04:55 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
