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Puri Market Complex Fire Continues Even After 35 Hours

Puri market complex fire is yet to be brought under control completely even after 35 hours. Meanwhile, 43 shops at the complex already reduced to ashes.

The Puri market complex fire continued to rage after more than 36 hours, the SP had inspected the situation on Thursday and said it will be under control soon.

It is worth mentioning, a massive fire reportedly broke out at a market complex in Puri City on Wednesday. Three fire brigades have been engaged to douse the inferno.

According to reports, the fire mishap took place at Laxmi Market Complex, which is situated near the Marchikot Chhak of the Pilgrim City.

The fire service personnel engaged in dousing the flames have said that it will take some more hours to completely put out the fire.

While the exact reason behind the fire is yet to be known, it is assumed that it might have been caused due to a short circuit.

Heavy security arrangements have been made on the spot and all possible efforts are being taken to rescue people who are stranded and douse the inferno.

Further details are awaited in this matter.

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