A massive fire at Vasco Sunday Market near Tilak Maidan in Goa has damaged more than 150 shops and vendor stalls. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the site and assured affected vendors of full government support as authorities investigate the cause of the blaze.
Massive fire broke out at Car Accessories near Tilak Maidan at Vasco City, Goa. The incident occured at late night hours yesterday spreading to nearby shops. Over 150 shops have been affected. While the cause of the fire is unknown the Chief Minister has assured full support. Upon receiving information about the incident, fire brigade vehicles rushed to the spot and began efforts to bring the fire under control. The exact reason has not been reported yet. However, investigations are underway.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the site at Vasco Sunday Market alongside MLAs Daji Salkar and Sankalp Amonkar to assess the situation. During his visit, he assured that the state government will extend all possible support to those affected by the incident. He assured that the state government would provide all possible assistance to those affected.
Sawant mentioned to the ANI
“I learned about it at 11 o’clock and came here myself… the entire administrative staff is working to bring the fire under control. It has caused significant damage. More than 150 vendors used to set up their stalls in this Sunday market, and there are shops here as well. We will ensure that the government provides them with as much support as possible.”
Officials further probe the incident and more details are awaited.
Read more about the fire here.
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