A fire severely damaged the home of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha city president Rahul Khanna in Kashipur on Wednesday afternoon, destroying household belongings, 2 motorcycles, gold jewellery and cash.

Khanna was away from his home in Khadakpur Devipura when a neighbour alerted him by phone. By the time he reached the property, flames had spread throughout the house. Thick smoke drew residents to the area and caused a commotion in the neighbourhood.

No one was inside the house when the fire began, and no casualties were reported. The blaze destroyed 2 bikes, a double bed, sofa set, washing machine, LED television, refrigerator, almirah, clothes and other domestic items.

Gold jewellery and cash kept in the house were also lost. Khanna estimated the total damage at about 8 to 9 lakh rupees.

Cause under investigation

A short circuit is the preliminary suspected cause of the fire. The exact reason has not yet been established and remains under investigation.

Tehsildar Pankaj Chandola visited the property after receiving information about the incident. He inspected the site and assessed the damage. Several BJP leaders and workers also reached the location and offered support to the affected family.

Conclusion

The Kashipur house fire destroyed property estimated by Rahul Khanna at about 8 to 9 lakh rupees, but no one was injured because the home was unoccupied. Officials are investigating the exact cause, with a short circuit suspected initially.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where did the fire occur?

The fire occurred at Rahul Khanna’s home in Khadakpur Devipura, Kashipur.

Q. What was damaged in the fire?

2 motorcycles, household appliances, furniture, clothes, gold jewellery, cash and other domestic items were destroyed.

Q. How much loss was estimated?

Rahul Khanna estimated the loss at about 8 to 9 lakh rupees.

Q. Was anyone injured?

No casualties were reported because no one was inside the house when the fire started.

Q. What is the suspected cause?

A short circuit is the preliminary suspected cause, but the exact reason is still being investigated.