Jammu & Kashmir: Massive Fire Breaks Out In Sonamarg Market; Fire Tenders On Spot

A fire nbreaks out at the main market in Sonamarg in central Kashmir on Saturday evening.

Several fire tenders have reached the spot, as per news agency ANI.

J&K CM Omar Abdullah tweets "Deeply saddened by the devastating fire incident in the Sonamarg market. My office is in constant touch with the local administration to ensure all possible assistance reaches those in need. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected families and businesses. In this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with you and will do everything possible to support your recovery."

Jammu and Kashmir: Incharge of fire and emergency services, Ghulam Hassan says, "The fire is under control...No fire extinguishers were installed in the shops, restaurants...We kept on asking them to install fire extinguishers. Six to seven fire tenders are on the spot...40-45 shops have been involved in the fire..."