Fire breaks out in J&K’s Banihal, rescue ops underway
In a shocking incident, a massive fire broke out in a residential house in Chamalwas Shalgadi, Banihal, Jammu and Kashmir, on March 14, 2025. The fire, which started in the early hours of the morning, has left the residents of the area in a state of panic and uncertainty. The Fire and Emergency Services, along with local residents, are working tirelessly to extinguish the flames and rescue those trapped inside the burning building.
According to eyewitnesses, the fire started around 2:30 am in the residential house, which is located in the heart of Chamalwas Shalgadi. The residents of the area reported hearing loud noises and seeing thick black smoke billowing out of the building, which quickly spread to neighboring houses. The fire department received the distress call and rushed to the scene, where they found the house engulfed in flames.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the blaze. However, authorities have confirmed that no casualties have been reported so far, and all residents have been safely evacuated from the area.
The rescue operation is being led by the Fire and Emergency Services team, who are working in coordination with local residents and volunteers to put out the fire and rescue those trapped inside the building. The team is equipped with advanced firefighting equipment, including water cannons and fire extinguishers, to combat the blaze.
The residents of Chamalwas Shalgadi, who were woken up by the loud noises and smoke, are shaken by the incident. “We were sleeping when we heard the loud noises and saw the smoke,” said a local resident, who wished to remain anonymous. “We quickly woke up and rushed outside to see what was happening. It was like a scene from a movie, with flames engulfing the building and people running around in panic.”
Another resident, who was visiting the area, said, “I was staying with my family in the nearby hotel when we heard the loud noises. We rushed to the scene and saw the fire spreading quickly. It was a harrowing experience, but fortunately, everyone was evacuated safely.”
The local authorities have assured that they are doing everything possible to put out the fire and prevent any further damage. “We are working closely with the Fire and Emergency Services team to extinguish the flames and rescue those trapped inside the building,” said a local official. “We are also providing medical assistance to those who may have been affected by the fire.”
As the rescue operation continues, the residents of Chamalwas Shalgadi are left to wonder about the cause of the fire and the extent of the damage. The incident has left them shaken, but grateful that no casualties have been reported so far.
The authorities are still assessing the extent of the damage, but initial reports suggest that several houses in the area have been affected by the fire. The exact extent of the damage is not yet known, but it is expected to be significant.
As the situation continues to unfold, the people of Jammu and Kashmir are coming together to support those affected by the fire. Local residents have started a fundraising campaign to help those who have lost their homes and belongings in the blaze.
In a statement, the Jammu and Kashmir government has expressed its deepest condolences to those affected by the fire and assured that it is committed to providing all necessary support to those affected.
Source: https://thechenabtimes.com/2025/03/14/fire-breaks-out-in-banihal-village-rescue-operation-underway/
