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Gas Cylinder Explodes in Jodhpuriya Village, Tonk; 5-6 Shops Engulfed in Fire
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News18•30-09-2026, 07:16
Gas Cylinder Explodes in Jodhpuriya Village, Tonk; 5-6 Shops Engulfed in Fire
- •A gas cylinder exploded in a shop in Jodhpuriya village, Niwai sub-division, Tonk district, leading to a massive fire.
- •The explosion caused the fire to quickly spread, engulfing 5 to 6 nearby shops and creating chaos in the market.
- •The loud cylinder blast terrified people, but timely evacuation from the shops prevented any loss of life.
- •Niwai Sadar police and fire brigade units promptly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and initiate rescue operations.
- •With significant effort from locals and firefighters, the blaze was brought under control, though goods in several shops were destroyed.
Key Questions Answered
A terrible accident occurred when a gas cylinder suddenly exploded in a shop located in the market of Jodhpuriya village in the Niwai sub-division area. The explosion triggered a massive fire that quickly engulfed five to six nearby shops.
Fortunately, there was no loss of life in the incident because customers and people inside the shops managed to escape in time before the major accident worsened. However, goods kept in multiple shops were burnt to ashes.
Local villagers, shopkeepers, and firefighters engaged in extensive relief and rescue operations. With great effort and the deployment of fire brigade vehicles, the fire was eventually brought completely under control.
