Guwahati: Major fire hits SBI office and shops, sparks safety worries

India Dec 10, 2025

A huge fire broke out early Wednesday at Swagota Square in Guwahati, damaging the State Bank of India's Northeast office and several retail stores.
The blaze spread quickly across six floors, and SBI staff are now concerned about the loss of important documents and cash.

Firefighting challenges and calls for better safety

Firefighters sent 25 units to tackle the flames, but explosions from electrical equipment made things tougher.
Officials suspect decorative lighting may have started it, though investigations are still on.
After this incident—and a recent deadly residential fire—locals are pushing for stricter checks on building safety to help prevent more disasters like this.