Deputy Collector's Official Vehicle Catches Fire Outside Kuno Rest House in Madhya Pradesh

A dramatic incident occurred in Sheopur district when the official vehicle of Deputy Collector Shivlal Shakya caught fire and was completely destroyed outside Kuno Rest House. The fire broke out while the Deputy Collector was inside the rest house preparing to leave for the collectorate. Thick smoke and flames rapidly engulfed the parked automobile, triggering panic among staff at the site.

Firefighting teams from Dial-112 and the local fire brigade were swiftly dispatched to the scene under Sheopur Kotwali police station jurisdiction. However, the vehicle was heavily gutted by the time fire tenders arrived. Although locals attempted to extinguish the blaze, the rapid escalation prevented them from saving the automobile. Authorities confirmed no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident.

Police and administrative officials have launched a comprehensive inquiry to determine the exact cause of the fire. Initial assessments have not yet identified what triggered the blaze, with investigations ongoing to uncover the circumstances behind the incident.