Devastating Fire Engulfs Gangasagar Mela Grounds Post-Fair, Shops Gutted

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News18•20-01-2026, 15:42
Devastating Fire Engulfs Gangasagar Mela Grounds Post-Fair, Shops Gutted
- •A devastating fire broke out at Gangasagar Mela grounds on Tuesday afternoon, burning down multiple temporary shelters and shops near Bathing Ghat number three.
- •The incident occurred after the conclusion of Gangasagar Mela 2026, marking another fire incident following one before the fair began.
- •Fire engines, police, and administrative officials responded, bringing the blaze under control after an hour; no casualties reported.
- •Preliminary investigations suggest a short circuit or cooking gas cylinder as possible causes, with an official inquiry underway.
- •Affected traders, who suffered significant losses, are demanding compensation and have raised concerns about inadequate fire safety measures in temporary structures.
Why It Matters: A post-Gangasagar Mela fire destroyed temporary shops, raising serious concerns about safety and compensation.
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