2023 Visakhapatnam Fishing Harbour fire
On 19 November 2023, at around 23:00 IST, a fire erupted at the Visakhapatnam Fishing Harbour, leading to the complete destruction of 43 fishing boats, while an additional 15 boats damaged partially. Source from which fire triggered is unknown and was under police enquiry. Reports suggest that a fire at the Visakhapatnam Fishing Harbour resulted in an estimated loss of Rs. 30-35 Crores (USD 3.6-4.2 Million). Local Boy Nani, a well-known YouTuber and fisherman, was initially arrested in connection with the incident. However, he was released after a preliminary inquiry, with police stating that CCTV footage did not support the suspicion against him. Police announced on 26 November 2023, their determination of the fire's cause, attributing it to locals Vasupalli Nani and Satyam, who, allegedly intoxicated, casually threw a cigarette into a boat, leading to a fire. Local fisherwomen protested the arrest, disputing the police version. The government awarded ₹7.11 crore for property damages, including 49 boats, and provided ₹10,000 to 400 workers dependent on the affected boats.
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Visakhapatnam MTC Palem
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Andhra Pradesh, India
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