The Sasaram fire incident created panic in Bihar’s Rohtas district after a massive blaze broke out in a furniture shop late Monday night. The shop was located in the Fruit Market area under the Nagar police station limits. The Sasaram fire incident quickly spread as flames engulfed the entire shop, alarming nearby residents.
Witnesses said the fire grew rapidly and thick smoke filled the surrounding neighborhood. Before anyone could control the situation, the shop was completely destroyed. Furniture items worth around ₹20–25 lakh were burned to ashes in the incident.
Local residents gathered at the spot and informed the authorities. Firefighters soon arrived and worked to control the flames. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, but the shop owner suffered heavy financial losses.
Initial reports suggest that a short circuit may have triggered the fire. Authorities have started an investigation to confirm the exact cause.
