Two-hour operation ends Nizamabad bank fire but destroys assets
Hyderabad: A devastating fire broke out inside the Telangana Grameena Regional Bank at Subhash Nagar in Nizamabad. Smoke first emerged from the inner rooms. Flames then rose sharply. Local residents alerted the police quickly. Fire crews also rushed to the location. The situation grew severe as the blaze moved through work areas. Officers and staff coordinated the initial response.
CI Srinivas Raju and SI Haribabu reached the spot with their teams. Firefighters attempted entry, but intense flames blocked movement. Thick smoke poured out of the building. Responders remained cautious due to rising heat. Residents stayed outside the perimeter. Bank officials soon joined the efforts and monitored the scene.
Fire crews document heavy losses in the Nizamabad bank fire
The Nizamabad bank fire took almost two hours to control. Firefighters cooled the site before officials went inside. They discovered complete damage to office systems. The list included 25 computers and seven air conditioners. Many essential papers were also burned. Police said their attempts to retrieve records failed due to the blaze.
A detailed inspection followed. Officers checked the interior rooms. They found that most items had turned to ash. Bank staff assisted with verification. The authorities then began the formal inquiry. Manager Varanasi Ranjith filed a complaint that led to a case.
SI Haribabu said the cause is still unknown. A short circuit is one possible factor. Police will examine technical evidence. They will also review witness statements. Further updates will be issued after the investigation progresses.
