Jaipur ISKCON Temple Fire: Constable Moves Burning Cylinder Away, Major Tragedy Averted
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Panic gripped the ISKCON Temple in Muhana, Jaipur, on Friday during Janmashtami celebrations after a gas cylinder caught fire on the temple premises. The flames spread towards the VIP pavilion, where several devotees were present, raising fears of a larger blaze.
Constable Throws Burning Cylinder Away From Temple Area
As the fire intensified, a burning gas cylinder posed a serious risk because several other cylinders were kept nearby.
Muhana Police Station constable Kan Singh moved towards the affected area despite the flames and threw the burning cylinder outside the danger zone. His quick action helped prevent the fire from reaching the other cylinders and reduced the risk of a larger incident.
The constable also helped move several devotees away from the affected area as the situation unfolded.
Fire Brigade Brings Blaze Under Control
A fire brigade team was alerted after the incident and reached the temple premises promptly. Firefighters brought the flames under control before they could spread further.
The combined response of the police and fire brigade helped contain the situation and ensured the safety of devotees at the temple.
Fire Breaks Out Hours Before Rajasthan CM’s Visit
The incident took place hours before Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma was scheduled to visit the same ISKCON temple later on Friday evening for Janmashtami celebrations.
Security and administrative teams are expected to maintain heightened vigilance at the temple premises ahead of the Chief Minister’s visit.
Constable Kan Singh was appreciated by people at the spot for his presence of mind and for risking his own safety to protect devotees. His decision to move the burning cylinder away from the other cylinders helped prevent the situation from developing into a potentially major fire.
