Fire erupts beneath Bhopal’s Lalghati flyover:Blaze intensified by lights and waste below, douse off after 3 hours

A fire broke out under the Lalgati Flyover near the Lalgati intersection in Bhopal, where aluminium composite panels (ACP) had been installed for beautification on Friday.
The blaze intensified after spreading to the lights installed on the bridge and nearby garbage. Three fire tenders were rushed to the spot and managed to bring the fire under control. Traffic remained halted for a considerable time due to the incident. Firefighting teams arrive from two stations Upon receiving information, two fire tenders from Bairagarh and one from Fatehgarh Fire Station reached the site.
Firefighter Mubarak Ahmed from Bairagarh Station said the exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined. The blaze initially ignited in plywood and other materials used for beautification under the flyover. It then spread to the lighting poles above and was further aggravated by garbage lying on the road. The fire was extinguished within a short time. No casualties were reported, though significant material damage occurred. See pictures of the arson… Key junction connecting multiple routes The Lalgati Flyover connects Kohefiza to Lalgati. Beneath it lies a busy intersection linking VIP Road, Bairagarh, Lalgati, and Airport Road. The fire broke out on the route leading towards Bairagarh. Fire reached close to nearby shrine There is also a small shrine under the flyover. The fire reached near it, but firefighters managed to control the flames before they could spread further. Beautification work under the flyover The area beneath the flyover has been enhanced using ACP sheets, which are designed to retain their aesthetic appeal for up to ten years. CNC (Computer Numeric Control)–based artwork has been used for painting, with the theme of the Lalgati intersection inspired by Raja Bhoj.