Hazaribag: A massive fire broke out at a motorcycle showroom and service centre on Hurhuru Road under Bada bazaar PS in the early hours of Sunday, causing an estimated loss of Rs 1 crore. Three fire tenders, assisted by Bada bazaar police, battled the blaze for hours. A child trapped on the building’s upper floor was safely rescued.Police said 25 to 30 motorcycles were inside the showroom. Several vehicles were feared gutted or damaged, while spare parts, tyres and other materials stored in the basement were reportedly destroyed. The loss assessment is continuing.Firefighter Manoj Singh said burning motorcycles, tyres, engine oil and other combustible materials produced thick, toxic smoke. Poor ventilation in the basement made firefighting operations difficult.Residents said inadequate lighting and equipment hampered efforts. Police suspect a short circuit, but officer in charge Mukesh Rajak said an investigation was under way to determine the exact cause.
