Bandipora Main Market Fire: Massive Blaze Sparks Panic as Firefighters Battle Flames

BANDIPORA, February 26, 2026 — A devastating fire erupted in the heart of Bandipora’s main market earlier today, sending shockwaves of panic through local shopkeepers and residents.

The blaze, which reportedly started in one of the commercial structures, quickly spread due to the dense layout of the marketplace, threatening millions in property and livelihoods.

In a rapid response, multiple teams from the Fire and Emergency Services were dispatched to the scene and are currently engaged in a high-stakes operation to contain the inferno and prevent further escalation to nearby residential buildings.

While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown and a detailed assessment of the damage is still pending and emergency crews work tirelessly to bring the situation under control.