A massive fire broke out at Shriram Hyundai showroom located on Rajgarh bypass of Biaora at around 8 pm on Monday night. A new car kept for display in the showroom was completely burnt to ashes in the fire. The showroom was closed at the time of the incident, but due to the vigilance of the guards and the readiness of the fire brigade.
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Explosion and flames increased panic
The guard told that at around 7 pm the showroom employees had closed the showroom as usual and gone home. Shortly after this, there was a massive explosion inside the showroom. When the guard peeked inside, he saw strong flames and smoke rising. He immediately informed the owner and employees.
As soon as information about the incident was received, police and fire brigade reached the spot. To control the fire, the fire brigade had to break the glass panes of the showroom. The fire could be controlled after half an hour of hard work.
The fire brigade brought the fire under control after half an hour of effort.
Car worth lakhs burnt to ashes
A new car kept for display was completely burnt in the fire, the value of which is said to be in lakhs. However, the other three cars parked in the showroom were saved safely. The showroom’s office and equipment have also been damaged in the fire.
possibility of short circuit
Police station in-charge Govind Meena said that in the preliminary investigation the cause of the fire is believed to be short circuit. However, investigation into the incident is ongoing and the exact reasons are being ascertained.
