Major fire at Burrabazar in Kolkata

Feb 28, 2017: A major fire broke out at Burrabazar area in Central Kolkata on Monday night. News agencies report, fire broke out in a multi-storied building at Burrabazar wholesale market area. At the time of upload this news, no injuries or no casualty have been reported. Around 25 fire engines are fighting to douse the fire, but situation is yet to be under control. State Fire Service Minister Sovan Chatterjee visited the spot to monitor the fire fighting operation.
According to available reports, fire was first noticed at 9.30 p.m. at a plastic warehouse on the ground floor of a multistorey building situated at  Amratala Lane. It is also reported that there are residential building surrounding the area. Panic and tension are running high in the area.