Major Fire Guts More Than 30 Shops in Cuttack Fish Market

Overview

• The fire began in a stall at the fish market near Press Chhak in the early hours of Monday, with traders saying it started between about 2:30 and 3:00 am and was reported around 3:00 am.
• Nearly eight fire tenders and dozens of firefighters reached the scene and worked for hours to douse flames and control smouldering hotspots.
• Police and fire officials say more than 30 shops were gutted and nearby structures, including a bank building, were also affected.
• Authorities confirmed there have been no casualties so far and that the cause of the blaze has not been determined as investigators continue their probe.
• Local traders now face immediate income loss as they assess destroyed stock and property, and emergency teams remain on site to fully extinguish the blaze and quantify damage.