Chandigarh, Mar 18 (PTI) A fire broke out in a shop in Sector 22 here, one of the busiest commercial zones in the city, on Wednesday, officials said. No casualty has yet been reported.
The fire began on the first floor of a shop and spread to the adjoining shops.
An official said more than 15 fire tenders were pressed into service, and more may be deployed.
Fire engines have also been called from Mohali in Punjab.
The official said the presence of some chemicals in one of the shops increased the intensity of the blaze.
The market is a hub of mobile phones and other electronic items and sees a heavy footfall of customers every day. PTI CHS VN VN
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