Kolkata: Festive celebrations turned chaotic in some parts of the city on Kali Puja night (Sunday) after 12 incidents of fire were reported, including from Beleghata and at Nil Ratan Sircar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital hostel.In Beleghata, a blaze engulfed an abandoned and dilapidated house located along the densely-populated Beleghata Main Road, opposite Alochhaya cinema hall. The building was close to a petrol pump. Four fire tenders brought the flames under control. No injuries were reported. Cause of fire is being probed by the cops. Another fire broke out around 9.30 pm on Sunday on the hostel premises of NRS Medical College and Hospital. Hospital sources said the fire broke out after medical students were allegedly setting off firecrackers within the hostel compound.NRS Medical College medical superintendent-cum-vice principal Manabendra Sarkar said the blaze was caused by firecrackers. The fire was contained by prompt security personnel and none was hurt.
