A major fire broke out at the Kupwara Main Bus Stand late Wednesday night, damaging seven buses, officials said.
According to officials, the incident was reported to the District Fire Control Room at around 11:27 PM, following which Fire and Emergency Services personnel rushed to the spot and launched a firefighting operation.
After several hours of sustained efforts, the fire was brought under control, preventing it from spreading further.
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Officials said three buses were severely damaged, three sustained partial damage, while one bus was affected by heat and smoke.
The operation was carried out under the supervision of ADGP Fire & Emergency Services, Alok Kumar (IPS), with senior officials present on the ground.
No loss of life or injuries have been reported.
The cause of the fire is being investigated, officials said.
