Guwahati, April 25 -- A massive forest fire broke out in the Nadipar area near Dirang town in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district and was brought under control late Thursday evening (April 24).

The fire spread across several acres of forest land, prompting a swift response from multiple agencies. Fortunately, officials confirmed no casualties or property damage.

Several videos showing the intense fire circulated on social media.

Dirang MLA Phurpa Tsering told an agency that the combined efforts of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), local police, fire department, district administration, and local volunteers successfully contained the fire.

"There were no reports of casualties or property damage," Tsering said, praising the ti...