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Deadly fire engulfs parts shop in Bakhteyarpur, Bihar, killing infant and two women
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 10:36 PM
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A blaze at a parts store in Bakhteyarpur, Bihar, has claimed the lives of a six‑month‑old baby and two women, while leaving another person critically injured, authorities say.
A severe fire broke out in a parts shop in Bakhteyarpur, Bihar, resulting in the deaths of three people, including a six‑month‑old infant. The incident was reported by local authorities who arrived at the scene after receiving emergency calls.
The victims identified so far are two women and the infant; a fourth individual was rescued but remains in serious condition. Emergency services rushed the injured to a nearby hospital for intensive care.
Preliminary investigations suggest the blaze may have started during a religious puja when a havan (sacrificial fire) ignited nearby materials. Police and fire officials are conducting a detailed inquiry to confirm the exact cause and to assess any safety lapses.
Firefighters managed to contain the fire after several hours, but the damage to the shop and surrounding area was extensive. The district administration has urged shop owners to adhere to safety norms during religious rituals to prevent similar tragedies.
The victims identified so far are two women and the infant; a fourth individual was rescued but remains in serious condition. Emergency services rushed the injured to a nearby hospital for intensive care.
Preliminary investigations suggest the blaze may have started during a religious puja when a havan (sacrificial fire) ignited nearby materials. Police and fire officials are conducting a detailed inquiry to confirm the exact cause and to assess any safety lapses.
Firefighters managed to contain the fire after several hours, but the damage to the shop and surrounding area was extensive. The district administration has urged shop owners to adhere to safety norms during religious rituals to prevent similar tragedies.