A fire broke out at Ravi Food Biscuit Company in the Katedan Industrial Estate in Shamshabad early this morning. The fire caused extensive damage to the property and machinery. It started on the first floor of the factory on the conveyor belt used in biscuit manufacturing.
The fire quickly spread throughout the building, destroying machinery and raw materials used in biscuit production. The estimated loss is in crores of rupees, dealing a significant blow to the business.
About 60 staff members were present at the time of the incident. The fire spread outside, causing panic among local residents. Firefighters responded quickly, using five fire extinguishers to contain and extinguish the flames.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Authorities are determining the extent of the damage and planning the next steps for the biscuit company.
