Siliguri, May 22: A massive fire broke out at Siliguri check post on Tuesday night, in which two shops were completely destroyed. Despite the best efforts of fire-fighters, both shops were burnt to the ground.
According to the information, a fire suddenly broke out in a vegetable shop in the check post area and quickly spread to a nearby shop. Immediately information was given to Bhakti Nagar police station and fire department.
On receiving the information, two fire brigade vehicles immediately reached the spot and after much effort the fire was brought under control.
Fire department personnel said that as soon as they received the alert, they took action and were successful in extinguishing the fire. He said the cause of the fire is unknown and investigation is currently underway.
Two shops burnt to ashes at check post in Siliguri
