Under the supervision of the SP, police personnel secured the area and extended support to the fire department. Preliminary assessments suggest that the fire severely damaged critical machinery and equipment at the solar plant.
Preliminary assessments suggest that the fire severely damaged critical machinery and equipment at the solar plant. While the exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined, both NTPC and the local police have launched a joint investigation. This solar plant is considered a significant project in Dahod's renewable energy sector.
According to an NTPC employee, emergency services were promptly notified when they first noticed the fire at 9:15 p.m. Despite a rapid response, the blaze intensified quickly due to high wind speeds. Significant damage was reportedly caused by the loss of all stored materials intended for the solar plant.
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