Ravana Effigy Catches Fire Due to Short Circuit in Indore's Indrapuri

On Monday night, a short circuit caused a Ravana effigy used in a ritual in the Indrapuri locality of Indore to catch fire. The incident occurred while the effigy was being offered a "Swaha" as part of Dussehra celebrations. Residents reported hearing a loud crackling sound resembling fireworks, prompting them to step outside, where they saw the effigy ablaze. Onlookers expressed surprise at the sudden blaze; no reports of injuries or damage beyond the effigy were mentioned. Local authorities were alerted and are investigating the cause of the electrical fault.