Guwahati: A major fire broke out at City Dhaba in Guwahati’s Bhangagarh area on Saturday morning, destroying the restaurant and creating panic among people in the busy commercial locality.
The fire reportedly started around 9 am at the eatery located on GS Road, opposite Roodraksh Mall. According to initial reports, a cooking gas cylinder exploded inside the restaurant’s kitchen, causing the fire to spread rapidly.
Thick black smoke rose above the area and covered parts of the Bhangagarh flyover, affecting visibility along the busy road.
Eyewitnesses said they heard a loud explosion from inside the restaurant, following which flames quickly spread through the building. People in nearby shops and other establishments reportedly rushed to safety as the fire intensified.
Several fire tenders reached the spot soon after receiving information and began efforts to bring the blaze under control. Firefighters faced difficulties as the flames threatened to spread to nearby commercial buildings.
According to a senior fire department official, the reported cylinder explosion made the situation more challenging. However, firefighters managed to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to the adjoining judicial court complex.
The restaurant was reportedly gutted in the incident, causing extensive damage to property. However, no casualties or injuries had been reported at the time of the initial reports.
Police personnel also reached the spot, secured the affected area and helped manage traffic on GS Road while emergency operations continued.
Authorities are expected to examine the cause of the fire and check the safety arrangements inside the restaurant’s kitchen.
