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Crime
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha orders probe into Diwali night warehouse fire in Jammu
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 03:52 AM
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has directed a formal investigation into the warehouse fire that broke out in Jammu on the night of Diwali.
A massive fire erupted in a warehouse in Jammu on the night of Diwali, prompting immediate concern among local authorities. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has now ordered a comprehensive probe to determine the cause of the blaze and assess any lapses in safety protocols. The investigation will be overseen by the administration's disaster management team, which will coordinate with fire services and police to collect evidence.
Officials have cordoned off the site and are conducting a forensic examination of the premises. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire may have started after the festive celebrations, but the exact trigger remains unclear. The probe will also examine whether the warehouse complied with fire safety norms and whether any negligence contributed to the incident.
The Lieutenant Governor emphasized that the findings will be made public and that appropriate action will be taken against any violations uncovered. Residents and business owners in the area have been urged to cooperate with investigators as the inquiry proceeds.
Officials have cordoned off the site and are conducting a forensic examination of the premises. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire may have started after the festive celebrations, but the exact trigger remains unclear. The probe will also examine whether the warehouse complied with fire safety norms and whether any negligence contributed to the incident.
The Lieutenant Governor emphasized that the findings will be made public and that appropriate action will be taken against any violations uncovered. Residents and business owners in the area have been urged to cooperate with investigators as the inquiry proceeds.