Fire Breaks Out at Agarbatti Factory in Virar East HDL Area

A massive fire broke out at an agarbatti manufacturing company located in the HDL area of Virar East on Monday morning, causing extensive property damage.

According to preliminary information from the fire brigade, the blaze is suspected to have been triggered by a short circuit inside the manufacturing premises.

Three fire engines from the Vasai-Virar City Municipal Corporation Fire Brigade were dispatched to the spot immediately after the alert was raised. Firefighting personnel launched operations to bring the flames under control and prevent them from spreading to adjoining structures.

No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. However, the manufacturing company suffered extensive damage due to the fire.