Team Goemkarponn

TALEIGAO: A major fire broke out at a mobile phone shop in Taleigao late Monday night, resulting in estimated damages of over ₹15 lakh.

Preliminary investigations point to an electrical short circuit as the likely cause.

The blaze, which erupted suddenly, quickly consumed the store’s inventory, including mobile phones, accessories, and other electronic equipment.

Alert local residents and nearby shopkeepers promptly informed fire services, who responded swiftly and managed to contain the flames before they could spread further.

Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported.

Authorities have launched a detailed investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the fire.

The incident has raised fresh concerns about electrical safety standards in commercial premises, particularly those dealing with electronic goods.