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Crime
Sittong Homestay Sealed After Fire During Honeymoon Couple's Stay
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 06:17 AM
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Authorities have sealed a homestay in Sittong, West Bengal, following a fire that broke out while a newly‑wed couple were staying there.
A fire erupted at a homestay in Sittong, a town in Darjeeling district of West Bengal, while a newly‑married couple were on their honeymoon. The blaze was reported shortly after the couple checked in, prompting an immediate call for emergency assistance.
Fire‑fighting teams arrived at the scene and worked to contain the flames. After the fire was brought under control, local authorities ordered the homestay to be sealed, barring any further entry until a formal inquiry is completed.
Police and the fire department have launched an investigation to ascertain the cause of the incident and to determine any violations of safety norms. The owners of the property may face legal action depending on the findings, and the sealed premises remain closed to the public.
The incident has raised concerns among tourism operators in the region, with officials urging all accommodation providers to adhere strictly to fire‑safety regulations to prevent similar occurrences.
Fire‑fighting teams arrived at the scene and worked to contain the flames. After the fire was brought under control, local authorities ordered the homestay to be sealed, barring any further entry until a formal inquiry is completed.
Police and the fire department have launched an investigation to ascertain the cause of the incident and to determine any violations of safety norms. The owners of the property may face legal action depending on the findings, and the sealed premises remain closed to the public.
The incident has raised concerns among tourism operators in the region, with officials urging all accommodation providers to adhere strictly to fire‑safety regulations to prevent similar occurrences.