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Fire Ignites at Kolkata Airport ATC Building, Flights Continue Undisturbed

A blaze erupted in the air‑traffic control (ATC) building at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata. Fire services promptly extinguished the fire, and airport authorities confirmed that no flights were delayed or cancelled. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, while no injuries have been reported.

Fire Ignites at Kolkata Airport ATC Building, Flights Continue Undisturbed
Fire Ignites at Kolkata Airport ATC Building, Flights Continue UndisturbedPhoto via Indian Express — Kolkata

A fire broke out in the air‑traffic control building of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, prompting a swift response from airport and fire‑fighting crews. The blaze was contained before it could spread, and all scheduled flights continued on time with no disruptions.

Airport officials announced that no injuries were reported and that the incident was under investigation. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire did not affect critical navigation or communication systems.

The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols, but authorities assure passengers that stringent measures are in place to prevent future occurrences. Continued monitoring is expected as the investigation proceeds.

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