Fire at Sayla 66 kV substation in Gujarat reportedly started by firecrackers
2026Published 10 Nov 2026Responsible editor: Chief Editor
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Companies named in the reporting of this entry (being named is not a finding of fault): GETCO
What happened
A fire broke out on the boundary wall of the GETCO 66 kV substation on the Sayla highway in Sayla, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, in the afternoon, according to a single news report published on 9 November 2026. The report says sparks from firecrackers started the fire, which spread to the neighbouring PGVCL office and a commercial complex. Rubbish and old plastic meter boxes in a corner are reported to have burned, and black smoke and high flames were seen.
The report says officials were absent at the time and that a member of staff present sprayed water and brought the fire under control. The substation supplies power to several parts of the taluka. The report does not mention injuries or any loss of supply.
Contributing factors
Firecracker sparks are the reported ignition source. Combustible waste and old plastic meter boxes near the wall are reported to have burned. The report states that officials were absent at the time. The article describes this as negligence; that characterisation is the report's own and has not been confirmed by the operator or the authorities.
Lessons learned
- Keep combustible waste and old materials clear of substation boundary walls and fences.
- Control firecracker use near energy infrastructure, especially during festivals.
- Keep a trained person with fire extinguishers on site during holiday periods.
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Source
Published 2026-11-10. Written from public reporting. Descriptive, not investigative. See the data accuracy disclaimer.
