Massive fire breaks out in Kolkata’s Ultadanga area, 10 houses destroyed – India TV

A massive fire broke out early Sunday morning in Kolkata’s Ultadanga area, engulfing at least 10 houses. According to firefighters, the fire broke out around 7:30 a.m. in the slum located near the railway tracks. Firefighting efforts are currently underway and no casualties have been reported at this time.

Local sources reported that the fire spread quickly from one cabin to another, with several houses being reduced to ashes before firefighters arrived. The densely populated area caused widespread panic among residents, many of whom helped firefighters try to bring the blaze under control. Six fire engines were deployed to the scene and after almost an hour of effort, the fire was brought under control.

The exact cause of the fire remains unclear and investigations are ongoing. Authorities, including Minister Sujit Bose and local councilor Shantiranjan Kundu, visited the spot to assess the situation.

This incident comes just weeks after a series of other fire-related incidents in Kolkata. Last week, a fire broke out in New Town, completely destroying five roadside shops, while another fire at a food court in Acropolis Mall on November 18 caused panic among workers and residents. buyers.