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Crime
Fire engulfs Vaishno Devi-themed Ganesh pandal in Ujjain, 11‑ft idol shattered
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 08:00 PM
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A blaze ripped through a Vaishno Devi‑themed Ganesh pandal in Ujjain, breaking an 11‑foot idol but causing no injuries. Police and fire teams contained the fire promptly while investigators probe the cause.
A fire erupted in a Ganesh pandal decorated with a Vaishno Devi theme in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, reducing an 11‑foot tall Ganesh idol to fragments. The blaze was reported to the local police, prompting an immediate response.
Nielganga police station in‑charge Tarun Kuril confirmed that police teams and fire‑engine squads were dispatched to the site within minutes. The combined effort succeeded in bringing the flames under control before the fire could spread further, preventing any loss of life or serious injuries.
While the idol suffered severe damage, the surrounding structures escaped major harm. Authorities have opened an investigation to determine the exact cause of the arson, emphasizing the need for stricter safety protocols at temporary religious installations.
The incident has sparked concern among devotees and local residents, who fear that similar mishaps could recur if preventive measures are not reinforced. Police have urged the public to cooperate with the inquiry and report any suspicious activity.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses, with officials pledging to hold accountable any individuals found responsible for the deliberate ignition.
Nielganga police station in‑charge Tarun Kuril confirmed that police teams and fire‑engine squads were dispatched to the site within minutes. The combined effort succeeded in bringing the flames under control before the fire could spread further, preventing any loss of life or serious injuries.
While the idol suffered severe damage, the surrounding structures escaped major harm. Authorities have opened an investigation to determine the exact cause of the arson, emphasizing the need for stricter safety protocols at temporary religious installations.
The incident has sparked concern among devotees and local residents, who fear that similar mishaps could recur if preventive measures are not reinforced. Police have urged the public to cooperate with the inquiry and report any suspicious activity.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses, with officials pledging to hold accountable any individuals found responsible for the deliberate ignition.