Aurangabad: A massive fire was reported from Bihar’s Aurangabad injuring at least 30 people critically.

The fire was reported during Chhath Puja preparations.

The primary reason has been suspected to be a short circuit resulting in a gas cylinder exploding.

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At least 10 of the victims are in critical condition and are battling for their lives.

The incident took place at 2:30 am while a family was cooking.

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All the people in the vicinity were evacuated and no casualties have yet been reported.

An investigation of the matter to trace the exact cause of the fire.