Srinagar: A devastating fire broke out late Monday night in the Narparistan area of Fatekadal, Srinagar, reducing several residential houses to rubble and leaving dozens of families homeless.

The fire, which erupted under unknown circumstances, quickly spread through the densely packed locality. Fire and Emergency Services were immediately alerted, with fire tenders rushed to the scene from Babdem and the department’s central headquarters. However, due to the severity of the blaze, additional reinforcements were called in from nearby fire stations including MR Gunj, Habakadal, Safakadal, and Rainawari.

Officials confirmed that at least six residential structures were severely damaged in the incident. Firefighters had a tough time battling the flames due to the narrow lanes and the conges

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