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SIT Takes Over Anandapur Warehouse Fire Investigation as Death Toll Reaches 27

Police are scrutinizing safety failures at the adjoining sites following preliminary forensic indications that the blaze began in the decorator’s godown.

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Overview

  • The five-member team is led by Baruipur superintendent Shubhendra Kumar with senior officers from the district and Narendrapur police station.
  • Early reports from fire services and forensic teams point to ignition at the adjacent Pushpanjali Decorators warehouse rather than the Wow! Momo facility.
  • Three arrests have been made in the case, including two Wow! Momo warehouse managers and the Pushpanjali owner, with all remanded in custody until February 4.
  • Investigators report recovery of remains corresponding to 27 individuals, with DNA testing underway to confirm identities and inform the final accounting.
  • The blaze took more than 32 hours to control with 12 fire engines, and the incident has triggered sharp political recriminations over alleged regulatory lapses.