Patna: A fire erupted at Patna Junction on Tuesday evening, destroying 14 bundles of cable wire stored near the power grid within the station premises. The blaze also spread to a nearby tree but was brought under control before further damage could occur.
Five fire engines were deployed to the site, and the operation was overseen by sub-divisional fire officer Ajit Kumar. The fire brigade, along with railway officials, GRP, and RPF personnel, coordinated the response and managed to douse the flames.
Initial estimates suggest that the burnt wire was worth between Rs 1,00,000 and Rs 1,50,000. At the time of the incident, over 50 two-wheelers were parked nearby, and thousands of commuters were moving through the adjacent marketplace.
Investigators found matchboxes and cigarette packs at the site, prompting suspicions that the fire may have been started by substance abusers in the area. While the exact cause remains unconfirmed, authorities have not ruled out foul play.
When questioned about possible negligence, station director Arun Kumar declined to comment. The area has since been cleared, and normal operations at the station continue.
