Vasco (Goa) [India], October 29 (ANI): Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday assured traders affected by the massive fire at Vasco Sunday Market that precautionary measures were being undertaken to ensure the safety of traders, residents and the general public in the affected area.

In a post on X, Sawant said all necessary precautionary measures were being implemented and appealed to people to cooperate with the authorities and follow safety instructions.

'Following the unfortunate fire incident at the Sunday Market in Vasco, all necessary precautionary measures are being undertaken to ensure the safety of traders, residents and the general public in the affected area. I appeal to everyone to extend their cooperation to the authorities and adhere to the safety instructions being issued. These measures are being implemented strictly in the interest of public safety,' the Goa Chief Minister said.

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He further said the concerned departments had been directed to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the damage caused by the fire.

'The concerned departments have been directed to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the damage caused by the fire. The Chief Secretary, along with senior officials of the administration, is visiting the affected area to assess the situation on the ground and work out the modalities for providing appropriate financial compensation to those affected,' he said.

'The Government stands firmly with the affected traders and their families and is committed to extending all necessary assistance and support. I assure the people that the Government is closely monitoring the situation and that the safety and welfare of those affected remain our highest priorities,' he added.

A massive fire broke out at a car accessories shop near Tilak Maidan in Goa's Vasco city late Wednesday night, gutting several shops in the area.

Following the incident, Sawant visited Vasco Sunday Market along with MLA Daji Salkar and MLA Sankalp Amonkar to assess the situation and take stock of the damage.

During his visit, the Chief Minister assured those affected that the state government would extend all possible assistance.

Speaking to ANI, Sawant said the entire administrative staff was working to bring the situation under control, adding that more than 150 vendors used to set up their stalls at the market.

'I learned about it at 11 o'clock and came here myself...the entire administrative staff is working to bring the fire under control. It has caused significant damage. More than 150 vendors used to set up their stalls in this Sunday market, and there are shops here as well. We will ensure that the government provides them with as much support as possible,' he said. (ANI)