Dabhel (Daman and Diu) [India], January 5 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at two packaging companies in Daman, reportedly due to a short circuit on Monday. Seven fire tenders were deployed to contain the blaze, which triggered thick plumes of smoke.

One company was charred completely.

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Fire Officer Daman Rajesh Marge said, "When we reached here, we found it to be a major fire. The entire industry here was ablaze. Firefighting operation is underway. The work started at 11.45 am. One plant has burnt completely."

A firefighting operation is underway.

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Further details are awaited. (ANI)

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