Kolkata, Sept. 13 -- Panic gripped the Dhanakol More area of Panihati in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district on Sunday afternoon after a major fire broke out at a multi-storeyed building belonging to CESC.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or injuries.
The blaze, which reportedly started suddenly, spread to several parts of the building, sending thick columns of black smoke into the sky and triggering alarm among residents.
According to local sources, the fire was first noticed by residents in the afternoon. Ten fire engines have been pressed into service and were working to bring the blaze under control till the time of filing this report.
Firefighters were reportedly unable to enter the office premises because of the ...