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Fire engulfs hardware store in Punjab's Lakkad Mandi on Diwali eve
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 10:36 AM
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A severe fire broke out at Som Hardware in Lakkad Mandi, Punjab, on Saturday night, causing significant financial losses.
A severe fire erupted on Saturday night at Som Hardware, a shop located in Lakkad Mandi, Punjab. The incident occurred on the eve of Diwali, adding to the distress of the local community.
Witnesses reported that the flames spread rapidly, taking on a ferocious form within moments. The sudden outbreak caught many off guard, leading to significant damage to the premises.
The fire resulted in substantial financial losses, estimated to be in the lakhs of rupees. The hardware store sustained heavy damage as the blaze consumed the inventory and structure.
Local authorities responded to the scene to extinguish the fire and assess the extent of the damage. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but the incident has raised concerns about safety measures in the area.
Witnesses reported that the flames spread rapidly, taking on a ferocious form within moments. The sudden outbreak caught many off guard, leading to significant damage to the premises.
The fire resulted in substantial financial losses, estimated to be in the lakhs of rupees. The hardware store sustained heavy damage as the blaze consumed the inventory and structure.
Local authorities responded to the scene to extinguish the fire and assess the extent of the damage. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but the incident has raised concerns about safety measures in the area.