Massive fire engulfs Handwara forests in Jammu and Kashmir; ops on

A massive fire erupted in the forests of Rajwar, Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir. A joint firefighting operation led by the Forest Protection Force, along with the Forest Department and Fire & Emergency Services, is underway to douse the flames.

A massive fire broke out in the forests of Compartment 69, Rajwar, Handwara, during the night of December 9-10, according to official reports. The operation to douse the flames was led by the Forest Protection Force (FPF). Teams from the Forest Department and Fire & Emergency Services rushed to the spot and launched a joint firefighting operation, they added. Further details are awaited. (ANI)

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