Fire in Birtamod causes damage worth around Rs 60 million

A fire in Birtamod, Jhapa on Wednesday caused damage worth around Rs 60 million.

The fire completely destroyed an electronics shop, a pharmacy and a two-storey concrete house.

Seven fire engines were deployed to douse the blaze. The fire was brought under control only with great difficulty, with the help of the fire engines.

Details of the damage caused by the fire were made public by Birtamod Municipality and other concerned bodies.