Massive fire breaks out at Amherst Street printing press, 4 fire engines rushed to the spot

The fire spread quickly due to the congested area.

By Rinika Roy Chowdhury

Oct 23, 2025 14:35 IST

On Friday morning, a massive fire broke out on Amherst Street. According to sources, the incident took place at a printing press building on Amherst Street. Locals were the first to see black smoke coming out of the building. The fire brigade was immediately informed. Four fire engines rushed to the spot. The fire is now under control. However, no casualties have been reported so far.

According to sources, around 8 AM, the fire broke out at the 106/3 double-storey printing press on Amherst Street. Firefighters rushed to the spot and started using suction machines to expel smoke. However, the fire spread quickly due to the area being densely populated. Several shops in the surrounding area have been damaged after the fire broke out at the printing press.

According to sources, the firefighters reached the spot and tried to enter with ladders. People came out of nearby houses after the fire broke out. There are also several shops around the printing press. Several shops have reportedly been damaged after the fire. Things are being taken out of those shops.

According to fire brigade sources, the fire spread rapidly due to the presence of inflammable material inside the shop. Firefighters are trying to reach the source of the fire. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Firefighters are trying to look into the matter.

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