Massive fire engulfs Shiv Market near Jammu Railway Station, 35-40 shops gutted
A massive fire destroyed 35 to 40 shops at the Shiv Market near the Jammu Railway Station early Monday morning. Local officials and emergency services managed to contain the blaze, and while no injuries were reported, shopkeepers are calling for government compensation for their total losses.
Why it matters
The incident represents a significant economic blow to local small business owners and highlights infrastructure safety concerns in commercial hubs.
NEW DELHI: Around 35 to 40 shops were completely gutted after a massive fire broke out at Shiv Market, opposite Jammu Railway Station, in the early hours of Monday. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far, while fire and emergency services teams were working to bring the blaze under control. The cause of the fire remains unknown.BJP MLA Vikram Randhawa said the fire reportedly began due to a short circuit in one shop before spreading rapidly to adjoining establishments. Shiv Market is a major commercial hub with shops selling dry fruits and blankets, as well as eateries and dhabas.“The fire started with a short circuit in one shop and spread rapidly, engulfing surrounding shops. By the time the fire brigade arrived, the entire market had been consumed by the flames.
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