Siliguri, 13th February: Siliguri Mayor Gautam Deb inspected the fire-damaged shops at Jalpai More on Thursday morning. It is to be noted that about six shops were gutted in a fire that broke out late Wednesday night near Jalpai More.
After receiving the news, Mayor Gautam Deb visited the scene and interacted with the affected shopkeepers. He assured them of support from the Siliguri Municipal Corporation and stated that the fire department is investigating the cause of the incident.
Meanwhile, a tree caught fire again on Thursday morning at the same spot. The fire department was alerted, and two fire engines were dispatched to the location. After a brief struggle, the fire was brought under control.