SaralnamaA massive fire engulfed two shops in Deepugadha, Hazaribagh. A clothing store and Park View Restaurant & Banquet Hall were completely destroyed. The blaze spread rapidly, causing losses worth ₹80-90 lakh. Firefighters battled for 3-4 hours to control the flames. They swiftly removed gas cylinders from the restaurant, averting a major explosion. The fire also threatened a nearby medical shop, but quick action prevented further damage. Officials suspect a short circuit may have caused the fire. Police are investigating the incident. Restaurant owner Vikas Yadav and cloth shop owner Ajit Kumar Mehta reported significant property damage. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 19:23 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A massive fire engulfed two shops in Deepugadha, Hazaribagh on 24 Aug 2023
- A clothing store and Park View Restaurant & Banquet Hall were completely destroyed
- The blaze spread rapidly, causing losses worth ₹80-90 lakh