A major fire reportedly broke out on Wednesday evening, December 17, at an oxygen cylinder godown in Kolkata’s Kankurgachhi area, triggering panic across nearby localities. The incident occurred between Kankurgachhi More and Bengal Chemicals, close to Ghosh Bagan, with flames rapidly engulfing the storage facility.
According to eyewitnesses, multiple loud explosions were heard as the fire intensified, suspected to be caused by some oxygen cylinders blasting inside the godown. Residents across several parts of the city, including Ultadanga, Salt Lake Stadium area, Beliaghata and the EM Bypass, reported hearing thunder-like booms, while some claimed debris was seen falling in the vicinity.
There is no official confirmation yet on casualties or injuries, and the exact cause of the fire remains unclear. Emergency services continue to assess the situation, while local residents have been advised to stay away from the affected zone.
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Fire near ghosh Bagan Kankurgachi, seems like cylinders blast 10-15@KPTrafficDept take care@kmc_kolkata pic.twitter.com/uZApTRslsf— जागरूक arun gangh (@arungangh) December 17, 2025
More details are awaited as officials carry out rescue and containment efforts.
Disclaimer: The information in this report is based on preliminary inputs and accounts shared by local residents and eyewitnesses at the scene. Official confirmation regarding the cause of the fire, the number of explosions, and any casualties is still awaited from the authorities. Details may change as more verified information becomes available.
