A mysterious fire broke out at the court premises, reducing several shops and a club to ashes. The blaze caused widespread panic among traders and locals in the area, many of whom rushed to salvage belongings as flames engulfed the establishments.
The exact cause of the fire remains unknown, with authorities yet to determine whether it was triggered by an electrical fault or other factors. Fire tenders were called in to bring the situation under control, and efforts were made to prevent the flames from spreading further to nearby structures.
Following the incident, Mayor Deepak Majumder, along with other officials, visited the site to assess the extent of the damage. The Mayor reportedly interacted with affected shop owners and assured them of necessary support and assistance from the civic administration.
Local residents expressed concern over the safety of commercial establishments situated within court premises, calling for stricter fire safety measures and regular inspections to prevent such incidents in the future.
Authorities are expected to conduct a detailed investigation into the cause of the fire, with further updates likely once preliminary findings are made available. The full extent of the financial loss suffered by shop owners and the club is yet to be ascertained.
The incident has left the local trading community in distress, with many expressing apprehension over the road to recovery following the destruction of their establishments.