Bhubaneswar: A major fire broke out at the Barunei hill forest in Khurda district on Sunday.
The incident took place near Gada Khurda while the fire later engulfed nearby parts of the forest.
On being informed, Fire Services personnel rushed to the spot and initiated efforts to douse the flames.
Worth mentioning, the forest fire in the Similipal National Park in Mayurbhanj district was brought under control few days ago, thanks to rainfall in the region.
