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Fire at Balaju Industrial Area brought under control



KATHMANDU: A fire that broke out today at the Balaju Industrial Area in Kathmandu has been brought under control.

According to Kathmandu District Police spokesperson SP Apil Raj Bohora, the blaze was contained with the joint efforts of the Nepali Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and fire brigades.

“The fire is now under control,” Bohora said, adding that further investigation is underway to determine the cause and extent of the damage.

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