ITANAGAR, Nov 12: Four people, including a woman and three children, died in a major fire that swept through Parsi Parlo town in Arunachal Pradesh's Kurung Kumey district early on Thursday.
At least 24 houses were completely gutted in the blaze, leaving several families homeless.
The fire broke out at around 2 am and was initially suspected to have started in a kitchen. It quickly spread to neighbouring houses. The exact cause of the fire was yet to be confirmed.
Parsi Parlo does not have a fire station. A fire tender was arranged from Koloriang, but could not reach the site in time because of its poor condition, hampering efforts to control the blaze.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed grief over the deaths and reports of missing family members after the incident. He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and said he prayed for strength for those affected.
Khandu appreciated the local administration, police, fire services, emergency personnel, volunteers and residents involved in the rescue and relief operations. He directed the authorities to ensure all necessary assistance for the affected families.
ANYA president Jamru Ruja also expressed grief and said the organisation would collect relief materials and donations for the affected families. He said he would visit Parsi Parlo to support those affected.
