Sheds damaged in fire in Bagalkot
A fire destroyed 29 sheds housing flood-displaced farmers in Bagalkot, Karnataka. Local officials are arranging temporary relief centers while the families await permanent housing.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing struggle of displaced populations who have been waiting for permanent housing for 17 years.
As many as 29 sheds of farmers displaced by floods caught fire in Iddalagi in Bagalkot district on Sunday night. No one was injured as all the residents had gone to a temple for a religious ritual.
Deputy Commissioner Sangappa, who visited the spot, spoke to the affected families.
They told him they have lost their clothes, food items and books. He instructed officials to set up a relief centre to house them till their sheds are rebuilt.
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