Kharibari, 31st March: A massive fire broke out in Tukriajhar Reserve Forest of Kharibari, causing panic among locals.
As per reports, residents noticed smoke rising from the forest on Monday. Upon receiving the information, personnel from the Tukriajhar Forest Department, along with police from Kharibari and Naxalbari police stations, reached the spot and began efforts to control the fire. An engine from the Naxalbari fire department was also deployed.
The fire spread over several kilometers, raising concerns among locals, as multiple villages are located near the forest area. However, forest department sources confirmed that the fire has been brought under partial control.
