LG Manoj Sinha Orders High-Level Probe into Nehru Market Warehouse Fire in Jammu; Two-Member Panel Constituted

Jammu, November 11: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered a detailed inquiry into the fire incident that broke out at a warehouse in Nehru Market, Jammu, on November 8, and constituted a two-member committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

According to details received by Kashmir News Corner (KNC), the committee has been entrusted with examining all aspects of the fire incident, including the circumstances that led to the outbreak of the blaze and the possible reasons behind the occurrence.

The inquiry panel comprises Inspector General of Police, Jammu, Tejinder Singh, and Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Vikas Kundal.

The committee will investigate the exact cause of the fire, assess whether any negligence or procedural lapses contributed to the incident, examine the sequence of events and identify officials or individuals who may be responsible, if any shortcomings are established.

The Lieutenant Governor has directed the committee to complete the investigation and submit its findings within 15 days.

The inquiry is expected to bring clarity to the circumstances surrounding the incident and establish accountability wherever negligence or dereliction of duty is found.

Further action will be considered by the competent authorities on the basis of the committee’s findings and recommendations.(KNC)