An official said a large fire broke out at a godown here on Saturday morning, where paint, thinner, and other related things were stored. Five fire tenders have been sent to put out the flames, he added According to the official, no injuries have been recorded thus far.

Locals saw dense smoke coming out of the godown in Kaikhali, near to Kolkata airport, about 11 a.m., prompting the fire department to be called, they said.

More fire tenders are likely to arrive at the scene to put out the fire, according to the official, who added that fire and emergency services minister Sujit Bose was keeping an eye on the situation.

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