Festive Joy Turns to Tragedy: Entire Village Reduced to Ashes in Kakinada District

What should have been a time of celebration turned into a heartbreaking tragedy for residents of Sarlankapalle village in Manya mandal of Kakinada district. A massive fire accident destroyed several houses, leaving nearly 40 families homeless during the Sankranti festival.

Villagers had gone to Tuni town to purchase festival essentials. On returning, they were shocked to find their homes completely gutted by fire. Although a fire engine was rushed from Tuni, the distance of nearly 50 kilometers meant that the flames had already caused extensive damage by the time help arrived.

Police suspect a gas leak may have triggered the fire. The incident has cast a shadow of grief over the entire village.