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Shop fire in Basti Sheikh, Jalandhar causes million-rupee loss
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 12:15 PM
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A fire broke out in a shop at Basti Sheikh, Jalandhar, resulting in damage worth several million rupees, according to Amar Ujala.
A blaze erupted in a commercial establishment located in the Basti Sheikh locality of Jalandhar, Punjab. The fire, which was reported in the early hours, caused extensive damage to the shop's inventory and infrastructure, with losses estimated in the multi‑million rupee range.
Local witnesses said the flames spread quickly, prompting nearby residents to alert the fire‑brigade. Firefighters arrived on the scene and managed to contain the blaze after several hours of effort.
No casualties were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause of the incident. The incident underscores the need for stringent fire‑safety measures in small commercial premises across the region.
The report was first published by Amar Ujala, a leading newspaper in Punjab, and further details are awaited from the local administration.
Local witnesses said the flames spread quickly, prompting nearby residents to alert the fire‑brigade. Firefighters arrived on the scene and managed to contain the blaze after several hours of effort.
No casualties were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause of the incident. The incident underscores the need for stringent fire‑safety measures in small commercial premises across the region.
The report was first published by Amar Ujala, a leading newspaper in Punjab, and further details are awaited from the local administration.