A newly opened hotel near Sompura Circle on NICE Road was gutted in a major fire incident, triggering panic in the area. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported.
According to reports, the blaze broke out on Thursday afternoon near the Sompura NICE Toll stretch. Fire and emergency personnel rushed to the spot and worked to bring the flames under control.
Suspected short circuit
Preliminary investigations suggest the fire may have started due to a short circuit in kitchen or cooking equipment inside the hotel. The flames quickly spread through the structure, causing extensive damage to the premises.
Newly opened establishment damaged
Witnesses said thick smoke could be seen from a distance, drawing the attention of motorists and nearby residents. The hotel, reportedly a recently opened eatery, suffered severe destruction in the incident.
No injuries reported
Authorities confirmed that all staff and persons present managed to move to safety in time. No one was injured.
Police and fire officials are continuing inquiries to determine the exact cause and assess losses.