Fire engulfs junkyard shop in Majholia, Muzaffarpur on Diwali night, threatens multi‑million loss

A fire broke out in a junkyard shop at Majholia in Muzaffarpur district on the night of Diwali after a spark from a firecracker ignited the premises. The blaze quickly spread, with flames climbing onto an adjoining two‑storey building, raising concerns about extensive property damage.
Local fire‑fighting teams were dispatched to contain the inferno and prevent further escalation. Preliminary assessments indicate that the loss could run into several million rupees, although exact figures are yet to be confirmed.
Authorities have begun an inquiry to determine the cause of the fire and to assess safety compliance at the site. No immediate reports of injuries have emerged, and residents have been urged to exercise caution with firecrackers during the festival period.
The incident underscores the heightened fire‑risk associated with the widespread use of fireworks during Diwali, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of safety norms in commercial and residential areas alike.