Massive fire in Kanpur slum: 50 huts gutted overnight; damage assessment on, residents evacuated

A massive fire engulfed a slum near Shatabdi Nagar in Kanpur, destroying over 50 roadside huts. Spark from an electric pole ignited the blaze, rapidly spreading due to scrap materials and exploding cylinders. Fire brigade teams successfully controlled the fire, evacuating all residents safely. Authorities are assessing the property damage, with no casualties reported.