Raigarh: Fire at scrap shop spreads to showroom, burns motorcycles

Published : May 23, 2026, 11:00 PM IST
Visuals from the spot (Photo/ANI)

Synopsis

A massive fire that started at a scrap shop on Chattamuda Bypass Road in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, spread to an adjacent Hero Motorcycle showroom. Dozens of motorcycles were reportedly burnt. Firefighting operations are currently underway.

A massive fire broke out at a scrap shop located on the Chattamuda Bypass Road on Saturday. The scrap shop is situated adjacent to a Hero Motorcycle showroom. The fire intensified quickly and spread to the showroom, reportedly leaving dozens of motorcycles burnt.

Firefighting Operations Underway

Initially, local residents attempted to douse the flames. Following the alert, several fire brigade vehicles reached the spot, and operations to bring the blaze under control are currently underway. Municipal Commissioner Brijesh Singh also reached the site to monitor the situation.

Further details are awaited. (ANI)

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