Inquiry Launched into Jammus Nehru Market Fire Incident

Jammu, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, has established an inquiry committee to investigate the fire that broke out in a warehouse at Nehru Market in Jammu on the night of November 8, coinciding with Diwali celebrations.

The committee includes Jammu’s Inspector General of Police, Tejinder Singh, and the Divisional Commissioner of Jammu, Vikas Kundal. They have been tasked with examining any lapses or negligence that may have contributed to the incident and are expected to submit their report within 15 days.

The fire erupted around 9:15 PM on Sunday and quickly spread to nearby shops. The Fire and Emergency Services department promptly dispatched firefighting units to the scene to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further. However, affected individuals have expressed frustration over delays in the department’s response.

Nehru Market is one of the oldest and most significant commercial hubs in the city, known for wholesale trading of grains, essential goods, and everyday items. Serving the community since the 1950s, it plays a vital role in the local economy and commerce. The fire has resulted in considerable losses for the traders.

Earlier, on November 9, Lieutenant Governor Sinha expressed his deep sorrow over the devastating fire on social media. He stated that he had assessed the situation on Sunday night and communicated with senior officials, directing them to ensure immediate assistance to those affected. He extended his heartfelt sympathies to the business community during this challenging time.

Sunil Sharma, the opposition leader in the Jammu Assembly, visited the warehouse site and met with affected traders to assess the damage firsthand. Additionally, Union Minister Jitendra Prasad also toured the fire-affected warehouse area, inspecting the burned shops and speaking with members of the Warehouse Association, led by President Deepak Gupta.