Agartala, 5th November 2026 : A devastating fire broke out in the Dastila area under Damdama Gram Panchayat in Sabroom subdivision, claiming the life of an elderly disabled man and reducing his family’s house and belongings to ashes. The tragedy has left his physically challenged son homeless and destitute.
According to local sources, the fire erupted suddenly in the middle of the night while the family members were asleep. The flames rapidly engulfed the house, leaving little time for the occupants to escape. Sanjit Das, who is also physically challenged, desperately tried to rescue his bedridden elderly father, Manikchandra Das, from the burning house. However, despite his efforts, he could not reach his father in time, and Manikchandra died in the inferno.
After receiving information, firefighters rushed to the spot and managed to bring the blaze under control with the assistance of local residents. Sabroom police also reached the scene and took stock of the situation.
The cause of the fire has not yet been ascertained. The incident has triggered widespread grief in the locality, while the surviving son has been left with virtually nothing. The plight of the family has prompted calls for immediate assistance and rehabilitation.]
