Minor fire at PNB branch in Kharar

Mohali, June 28

A minor fire broke out at a Punjab National Bank branch near the Kharar bus stand here this evening. No major loss of goods was reported.

Surinder Pal Singh, assistant manager of the bank, said he rushed to the branch on getting information about the incident. He said the fire broke out due to a short circuit in the changeover switch near the cash counter. The flames burnt the switch and other electrical equipment, he added.

A fire tender was pressed into service. The fire was brought under control in around 30 minutes.

Inspector Baghwant Singh, Station House Officer, Kharar City police station, said, “The incident occurred around 7.30 pm. Only wiring was damaged in the fire, which occurred in a small portion of the branch. No other loss was reported.” — TNS