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Bijli Mahadev forest fire contained within a day, officials say
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 06:10 AM
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A forest fire near the Bijli Mahadev shrine in Himachal Pradesh was brought under control within 24 hours, authorities reported.
A blaze that erupted in the forested area surrounding the Bijli Mahadev shrine in Himachal Pradesh was reported to be under control by the next day, according to the state forest department. The fire broke out on Saturday evening, prompting an immediate response from forest officials, local police and disaster‑relief teams.
Fire‑fighting crews deployed ground crews, water pumps and fire‑breaks to limit the spread of flames. Aerial support, including helicopters equipped with water buckets, was also mobilised to douse the hotspots. By the following morning, the fire line had been secured and the remaining smouldering patches were being monitored.
No casualties or major property damage were reported, and the surrounding vegetation is being assessed for any residual impact. Authorities have opened an inquiry to determine the cause of the fire, emphasizing that investigations are ongoing.
The swift containment is being hailed as a testament to the coordinated efforts of the forest department and emergency services, which have been on high alert during the region's dry season.
Fire‑fighting crews deployed ground crews, water pumps and fire‑breaks to limit the spread of flames. Aerial support, including helicopters equipped with water buckets, was also mobilised to douse the hotspots. By the following morning, the fire line had been secured and the remaining smouldering patches were being monitored.
No casualties or major property damage were reported, and the surrounding vegetation is being assessed for any residual impact. Authorities have opened an inquiry to determine the cause of the fire, emphasizing that investigations are ongoing.
The swift containment is being hailed as a testament to the coordinated efforts of the forest department and emergency services, which have been on high alert during the region's dry season.