A devastating fire broke out at a market complex near Plant Site Road in Rourkela, causing extensive damage to shops and property worth lakhs.
According to reports, the blaze started in a mobile phone shop before spreading rapidly to adjacent stores. Several shops sustained heavy losses as goods and materials were reduced to ashes.
Firefighters rushed to the scene with one engine initially, but the intensity of the flames forced authorities to deploy two additional units. Despite their efforts, the fire continued to spread before being brought under control after prolonged operations.
The exact cause of the fire remains unclear, and officials have yet to assess the full extent of the damage. Preliminary estimates suggest losses amounting to lakhs of rupees.
Local traders expressed concern over the incident, highlighting the urgent need for stronger fire safety measures in crowded market areas.
