Massive Fire Destroys Electronics Shop in Barpeta Road; Damage Estimated at Rs 2 Crore

A devastating fire broke out at Geetanjali, a prominent electronics shop in Barpeta Road, early Tuesday morning. The blaze, likely caused by an electrical short circuit, led to damages estimated at Rs 2 crore. Despite the rapid response by the Fire and Emergency Services, which deployed eight fire-tending vans from nearby areas, the fire caused widespread panic among locals and left the community shaken. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about the emergency response and the potential danger to nearby shops and homes.