Tuesday, January 13, 2026

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Andhra Pradesh CM orders assistance for victims of Kakinada fire

IANS | January 13, 2026 12:47 PM

AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday directed officials to provide all possible assistance to the victims of the massive fire accident in Kakinada district.

The Chief Minister held a review meeting with ministers and officials on the fire incident that occurred on Monday in Sarlankapalle village of Rowthulapudi mandal in Kakinada district.

Nearly 40 thatched houses were gutted in the massive fire, leaving more than 100 people homeless. No casualties or injuries were reported.

The Chief Minister stated that the fire accident in Sarlankapalle during the Sankranti festival has brought immense tragedy.

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