A devastating fire broke out near the bustling Ramna Main Market in Garhwa on Friday, completely gutting a cloth store and a residential house owned by a local businessman. The incident has resulted in an estimated financial loss of around Rs 20 lakh, according to local police authorities.
Swift Response by Police and Locals
Upon receiving information about the blaze, Sub-inspector Jai Prakash Gupta from the Ramna police station immediately rushed to the scene. He played a pivotal role in leading the firefighting efforts. The officer, with the active assistance of concerned locals from the area, managed to douse the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent properties.
Cause Remains Unknown, Investigation Initiated
The exact origin of the fire is still shrouded in mystery. Aakash Kumar, the officer in-charge of Ramna police station, confirmed that the cause has not been ascertained yet. "The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Investigation into the case is under way," stated Kumar. A formal probe has been launched to determine what triggered the destructive incident that targeted properties belonging to Jamuna Prasad Gupta.
Impact and Aftermath
The fire has left a trail of significant destruction. The combined loss from the cloth store and the house is preliminarily pegged at twenty lakh rupees. Such incidents highlight the ever-present risk of fire hazards in market areas and residential complexes alike. The prompt action by the police official and the community likely averted an even greater tragedy. The investigation will now focus on piecing together the events that led to this substantial economic loss for the owner.
