Four dead, including three children, in massive fire in Arunachal Pradesh

A major fire destroyed 25 houses in Kurung Kumey district of Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday, resulting in four fatalities including three children. The rapid spread of flames consumed multiple residential structures, affecting dozens of families in the affected locality.

According to police sources, the fire is suspected to have originated in a kitchen, though investigations into the exact cause remain ongoing. Authorities have not yet determined whether the outbreak resulted from electrical faults, cooking accidents, or other factors.

Emergency response teams mobilised to contain the blaze worked to prevent further spread to neighbouring structures. The incident has left numerous families displaced, with rescue operations continuing in the affected area.

Local administration has initiated relief measures for the displaced residents. A detailed investigation is underway to establish the precise circumstances that led to the fire and to prevent similar incidents in the future.