13 April: Fire in Kolkata's Dum Dum slum destroys 40-50 shanties, no casualties, investigation ongoing, officials providing aid.
A fire broke out in a slum area near Kolkata's Dum Dum on 13 April, destroying 40-50 shanties. No casualties were reported, but several residents were left homeless. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and local officials, MP Saugata Roy, and State Fire and Emergency Services Minister Sujit Bose are working to provide temporary shelter and aid to those affected.
April 13, 2024
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