Published on : 16 Nov 2025, 10:21 am

Guwahati: A major fire broke out today, November 16, at the Post Office building near Gate No. 8 in Maligaon’s Bharalumukh area, sending thick smoke across the neighbourhood and causing widespread panic among residents.

The fire is believed to have started on the third floor of the building. While an electrical short circuit was initially suspected, officials later said the flames spread rapidly after a cylinder inside the residence exploded. According to neighbours, a small birthday celebration for the couple’s daughter was under way when the incident occurred.

Locals reported hearing a loud blast soon after the fire started, followed by dense smoke rising from the upper floors. Several residents rushed out of their homes as the fire intensifie

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