Panchayat Member's Weaving Factory Gutted in Nadia Fire; Lakhs in Losses

• A devastating fire engulfed the weaving factory of Pabitro Biswas, a Belghoria No. 2 Panchayat member in Shantipur, Nadia.
• The blaze, which occurred around 6 AM, destroyed a wooden loom, drums, thread spools, equipment, and two motorcycles.
• Estimated losses from the incident are approximately 8 lakh rupees.
• Neighbors reported smelling petrol and noted no electricity or smoking habits, leading to suspicions of arson.
• Locals controlled the fire using motors, but the fire department was not informed; CCTV footage may help identify culprits.

Why It Matters: A Panchayat member's weaving factory in Nadia suffered 8 lakh rupees in losses due to a suspected arson fire.