Danishwar Hameed
A devastating fire in the early hours of Friday gutted four homes and a cowshed in the Daderkoot area of Kulgam district.
Locals told The Kashmiriyat that the blaze started around 2:30 a.m. in the residence of Javid Ahmad Parray and quickly spread to neighboring houses, including those owned by Reyaz Ahmad Dar, Aijaz Ahmad Dar, and Mohd Amin Shah, leaving all four structures severely damaged.
As per the locals, no injuries were reported, but the loss to property was significant.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire.
Local residents have urged the government to provide immediate support to the affected families, emphasizing the urgent need for assistance and temporary relocation as winter sets in.
“These families have lost everything; it’s essential that the government steps in with aid and shelter options,” one resident said.