Reasi, June 14 -- A massive forest fire that broke out near Bhaga village in Reasi district, close to NH-144A, has been brought under control on Saturday.

The fire, which had been raging for several days, prompted immediate action from forest authorities and emergency services as it threatened nearby villages and infrastructure, including the crucial national highway route.

Firefighting teams from the Forest Department and Fire and Emergency Services were deployed to control the blaze.

Efforts were ongoing to contain and douse the flames, which had spread rapidly due to dry weather conditions and strong winds.

Speaking about the situation earlier, DFO Reasi Sunil Singh said, "A fire broke out today at 4 o'clock in the evening. Our tea...