Fire destroys property worth Rs 800,000 in Rautahat

Summary

A fire broke out in a house in Madhopur village, Rautahat, destroying property worth around Rs 800,000. The fire was caused by an electrical short circuit.

Key Points
  • A fire caused by an electrical short circuit broke out in Madhopur village, Rautahat late Friday night.
  • The fire destroyed property worth approximately Rs 800,000 including paddy, wheat, jewellery, furniture, clothes, and cash.
  • The house of Bhojendra Rai Yadav was completely gutted, but there were no human or livestock casualties.
  • Police and residents managed to bring the fire under control within about an hour and are investigating the incident.
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