JHARKHAND: Palamu's Vegetable Market Engulfed in Inferno, Multiple Shops Destroyed; Losses in Lakhs

A massive fire broke out suddenly in the busy vegetable market of Medininagar, Palamu, on Friday, causing widespread panic. Several shops were engulfed, destroying goods worth lakhs. Firefighters brought the blaze under control after hours of effort. Initial suspicion points to a short circuit. Affected shopkeepers face severe financial crisis and demand government relief and compensation.