Major fire breaks out at bar in Bhubaneswar

A major fire broke out at a bar located in Bhubaneswar’s Satyabihar area on Friday morning, triggering panic among customers, staff, and nearby residents. Thick plumes of smoke were seen billowing from the building, prompting an immediate response from the Fire Services.

According to Chief Fire Officer Ramesh Majhi, the control room received the alert at 8:50 AM. Two fire tenders were immediately deployed to the spot, and the firefighters reached the location by 9:15 AM, ensuring there was no delay in response.

Fire personnel battled the blaze for nearly one hour before successfully bringing it under control. Majhi confirmed that the fire was completely contained and prevented from spreading to adjacent establishments.

The cause of the fire is still unclear. While officials suspect an electrical short circuit or operational lapse, a detailed investigation will be conducted once the site cools down. The fire has reportedly reduced all materials inside the bar to ashes.

Meanwhile, local residents alleged that the bar was operating without a valid licence, raising questions about regulatory compliance and oversight.

Police have cordoned off the area and initiated a separate probe into both the cause of the fire and the licensing status of the establishment. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far.