Major Fire Engulfs Billiground Bazaar: 14 Shops Destroyed, Property Worth Crores Lost

Tarun Karthick

Campbell Bay, 30 April 2024

In a devastating incident early at about 1:00 Am, a major fire ravaged through Billiground Bazaar, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The blaze, which broke out around 1:00 AM, swiftly consumed 14 shops in its fiery path before firefighters managed to bring it under control.

Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos as flames engulfed the market, with property worth crores of Rupees turning to ashes within moments. While official details regarding the cause of the fire and the full extent of the damage are yet to be disclosed, local sources suggest that the investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Reports indicate that the inferno was accompanied by cylinder blast, intensifying the already dire situation. However, prompt action from Fire Stations Billiground, Rangat, and Mayabunder helped contain the blaze before it could spread further.

Authorities are now on the ground, assessing the aftermath of the disaster and coordinating relief efforts for the affected shop owners and residents. Senior officials from the administration have arrived at Billiground to oversee the situation firsthand and provide necessary support to those impacted by the fire.

As the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event, questions linger about the cause of the fire and the road to recovery for those whose livelihoods have been destroyed in its wake.