Iconic Hollong Bungalow of Jaldapara Destroyed in Devastating Fire

A devastating fire broke out at the iconic Hollong Bungalow in West Bengal's Alipurduar district,  located inside the Jaldapara National Park. The fire started around 9 pm on Tuesday and was brought under control by two fire tenders. There haven't been any tourists at the bungalow since the forest closed on June 15th. Thankfully! Nobody was injured in the fire, which is the most important thing.

(Photo credit: Screengrab/X) Iconic Hollong Bungalow of Jaldapara Destroyed in Devastating Fire

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They're still looking into what caused the fire. At first,  it seems like a short circuit might have started the fire in Bengal. A few employees were looking after the bungalow and they were the first to notice the flames. Unfortunately,  the wooden bungalow caught fire before they could do anything. Sources say that an AC unit in the bungalow also exploded,  which made the fire spread really quickly.

The damage to the property isn't fully known yet,  but unfortunately,  the bungalow has been reduced to ashes. Both tourists and locals are shocked and dismayed by the incident. Chief Wildlife Warden Debal Roy told PTI that two fire trucks were brought in to fight the blaze. The full extent of the property damage is still being assessed.

"The cause of the fire will be ascertained after a forensic examination… We have not received any report of injury or death or immediate threat to the wildlife in the surrounding area," Roy said.

Massive Fire Breaks Out in Hollong Bungalow at Jaldapara. This was one of the Major Tourist Attraction of Dooars. Lots of memories associated with this place.
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This charming bungalow,  built in 1967,  has always been one of the state forest department's most beloved properties.  Known as one of the jewels of Duars,  the Hollong bungalow boasts a rich history. Even Jyoti Bose,  when he was Chief Minister, would occasionally visit this lovely spot. Unfortunately,  back in 2010,  a fire broke out in the Jayanthi forest bungalow. Now,  the eight houses of Hollong have sadly been completely destroyed by fire.

Famous for its architecture that is unique as well as its beautiful natural setting,  Hollong Bungalow has become quite popular among tourists. The fire not only damaged the property but also deeply impacted the lives of those who depended on it.