PONDA: A fire severely damaged the residence of Zuvan Menino Vaaz in Karsange-Borim on Friday morning, resulting in an estimated loss of Rs 10 lakh.
The incident occurred around 10 am while the family was away at work. Locals noticed smoke and flames emanating from the house and promptly alerted the fire station.
Unfortunately, by the time the fire brigade arrived, most of the household items, including clothing, bedding, utensils, and gold ornaments, had been destroyed. The roof of the house suffered significant damage as well. Firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze.
Zuvana, the wife of Menino, expressed her devastation over the loss, stating that they had lost everything, including their son’s passport.
Local Sarpanch Jayesh Naik visited the site and called for government assistance to help the family rebuild their home, besides citizens also urged the government to assist the family in rebuilding their home.