Fire Incident in Bokakhat on the First Day of Bohag Bihu: A House Destroyed in Flames
On the first day of Bohag Bihu, a fire broke out on the night of April 15 in Bokakhat, Assam, completely destroying a residential house belonging to Bhaiti Rajowar. The incident occurred in Ward No. 9 of Bokakhat Municipality, at Pubjyotipur Mura Basti.
No casualties were reported, but the house and all belongings inside were reduced to ashes.
According to local residents, the fire spread rapidly, prompting immediate alerts to the fire brigade. Fire service personnel arrived at the scene and managed to bring the blaze under control after sustained efforts.
Some locals suggested that the incident may have been linked to a family dispute; however, official confirmation regarding the cause of the fire is still awaited, and authorities have not established the exact reason behind the incident.
Residents also assisted in rescuing livestock from a nearby cowshed, preventing further loss.
Following the incident, Bokakhat Municipality Chairman Ratneswar Baruah and officials from Bokakhat Police Station visited the site to assess the damage and initiate an inquiry. The chairman assured that necessary support and assistance would be extended to the affected family.
Authorities have begun an investigation, and further details are expected once the inquiry progresses.