On the evening of 7 October 2024, a destructive fire broke out in Khumriyal, causing significant damage to multiple establishments in the area. The fire, which erupted around 8:50 PM, affected several local businesses, including a computer shop owned by Gulam Nabi Vani, a general store operated by Abed Husen Angar, and a tailor shop run by Ali Mohammad Gani.
The fire was attributed to an electrical short circuit, which caused extensive damage before it could be brought under control. A prompt response team from the Hamdard-e-Kupwara battalion of Indian Army acted swiftly to contain the blaze, preventing further destruction. Fortunately, their efforts successfully managed to halt the spread of the fire and minimize additional losses. The incident has left the business owners assessing the damage, though no reports of casualties have been indicated so far.
