Swift Response Quells Kolkata Market Blaze

A fire erupted at Sandhya Bazar near Anwar Shah Road in Kolkata. The incident was effectively controlled within one and a half hours with 16 fire tenders dispatched to the scene. No injuries were reported, ensuring safety despite the potential danger.

A sudden fire erupted on Wednesday at Sandhya Bazar near Anwar Shah Road in south Kolkata, officials confirmed. Quick action by the Fire Brigade helped control the blaze within an hour and a half.

According to a high-ranking Fire Brigade official, 16 fire tenders were rapidly deployed to tackle the inferno, which started at approximately 3:20 PM.

Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported, a police officer assured, as authorities managed to bring the situation under control by 4:50 PM.

(With inputs from agencies.)