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News18•02-10-2026, 19:00
Fire Engulfs Patna's Chandni Market Storage, No Injuries Reported
  • •A fire broke out in Patna's Chandni Market on Friday afternoon, originating in a storage area for chandeliers and decorative lighting.
  • •The blaze, spotted around 3:30 PM, spread to an adjoining room but was brought under control by fifteen fire engines.
  • •Patna District Fire Officer Abhishek Kumar stated that firefighters are still working to fully douse the inner layers of the flames.
  • •The fire was caused by an electrical short circuit, with a full investigation to follow once the area is safe.
  • •No injuries were reported, and damage was confined to property and goods; the affected location lacked dedicated fire-safety equipment.

Key Questions Answered

The fire in Patna's Chandni Market was caused by an electrical short circuit, though the exact cause will be fully ascertained after the flames are completely extinguished and an inspection is conducted.

No one was injured in the incident, and the damage was confined strictly to property and goods stored in the affected area.

Fifteen fire engines were brought in to control the blaze, with assistance also taken from nearby hotels because the location lacked dedicated fire-safety equipment.