Shimla, Jan. 22 -- A devastating fire broke out late Wednesday night at the Ban Devta temple in Malkhoon village under Bashla Gram Panchayat of Rohru subdivision in Shimla district, destroying the centuries-old shrine.
The temple, known for its traditional wooden carvings and deep religious significance, was reduced to ashes. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire originated from a nearby forest fire.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, which watched helplessly as flames engulfed the revered shrine in the dead of night. Villagers attempted to control the blaze, but the intensity of the fire and lack of firefighting equipment made their efforts futile. No casualties were reported.
Officials said the prolonged ...