A devastating fire broke out at the Bajaj Allianz office in Siwan city, located near Hotel Prakash at Babunia Mor, early on Friday morning. The fire, which is believed to have been caused by a short circuit, resulted in extensive damage to the property and valuables. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident, as the office was closed at the time.
The fire quickly spread throughout the office, engulfing documents, computers, furniture, and other assets, reducing them to ashes within minutes. The branch head, Dharmendra Kumar Mishra, confirmed the incident and stated that the office was in the process of calculating the total loss. The fire was first noticed by a passer-by, who alerted the authorities and the fire brigade, which responded promptly to control the flames.
The timely action of the fire brigade prevented the spread of the fire to other buildings in the densely populated area, including the adjoining Hotel Prakash. The hotel’s guests and staff were evacuated, and a major disaster was averted. Eyewitnesses reported seeing smoke billowing from the office early in the morning, which prompted an immediate alert to local emergency services.
Mishra informed the head office in Delhi and the zonal office in Patna about the fire mishap. The authorities are now investigating the cause of the fire and assessing the damage. The incident has caused significant disruption to the operations of the Bajaj Allianz office, and it is unclear when it will be able to resume normal functioning.
The fire has also raised concerns about the safety and security of buildings in the area, particularly in densely populated regions like Babunia Mor. The authorities have been praised for their swift response, which prevented the situation from becoming even more catastrophic. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the need for regular safety audits to prevent such incidents in the future.