Massive Fire Breaks Out at NTPC Solar Plant in Dahod: Firefighters Battle All Night to Contain Blaze, Estimated Loss of ₹400 Crore

Dahod, Gujarat — A massive fire erupted late Monday night at the under-construction NTPC solar power plant located in the Bhatiwada area of Dahod district. The fire caused widespread damage, with an estimated financial loss of ₹400 crore.

According to reports, five firefighters — four from Dahod and one from Zalod — worked tirelessly throughout the night to bring the blaze under control. After hours of continuous water spraying, the fire was finally subdued in the early hours of Tuesday.

No Casualties Reported as Workers Evacuated in Time

As soon as the fire broke out, the Dahod Fire Brigade rushed to the spot. Security guards and all employees present at the site were safely evacuated in time, preventing any casualties.

Senior Officials Visit the Site

Given the severity of the incident, top officials including the Dahod SP (Superintendent of Police), DYSP, and Mamlatdar arrived at the site immediately. Under the supervision of the SP, police personnel secured the area and extended support to the fire department.

Machinery and Equipment Suffer Heavy Damage

Preliminary assessments suggest that the fire severely damaged critical machinery and equipment at the solar plant. While the exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined, both NTPC and the local police have launched a joint investigation.

Potential Impact on Local Economy

This solar plant is considered a significant project in Dahod’s renewable energy sector. The incident is expected to delay the project timeline and may also impact the local economy. The fire department is continuing efforts to extinguish remaining hotspots.

Further updates will follow as the investigation progresses.