Massive fire engulfs shops in Handwara
Srinagar: A devastating fire broke out in the Handwara district of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, engulfing several shops and the Social Welfare Office in the Rajwar, Khunbal area.
According to Kashmir Media Service, no casualties or injuries have been reported so far. Rescue operations are currently underway, with the local people working to bring the blaze under control.
The fire, which erupted in the early hours of Saturday, has gutted several shops and the Social Welfare Office, causing significant damage to property.
An investigation into the cause of the fire is yet to be conducted, but authorities are working to determine the origin of the blaze.
The incident has raised concerns about fire safety and the need for emergency preparedness in the territory. Additionally, locals view the increasing incidents of fire and damage to properties worth millions as part of a broader conspiracy to undermine the economy of the Kashmiri people.