House Destroyed After Cooking Gas Cylinder Blast in Dinhata

A residential house was completely destroyed after a gas cylinder exploded in the Dinhata-I gram panchayat area of Cooch Behar district on Monday. No injuries or casualties were reported following the incident.

Details of the incident

According to local reports, the resident, Rama Das, was preparing food for a funeral ceremony when the accident occurred. The gas cylinder exploded shortly after the stove was lit, causing a fire that spread rapidly throughout the house. The blaze destroyed furniture, the roof, and parts of the walls.

Emergency response and investigation

Local police from the Dinhata police station and a fire engine reached the site immediately after receiving the information. Firefighters managed to control the flames after a period of intense effort. The local administration has initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause of the cylinder blast. Further updates regarding official safety protocols can be tracked through the official district administration website.