Multiple fire incidents and a dangerous firecracker clash have been reported from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. In Maharashtra's Beed district, a massive fire broke out at the Prohibition Department office, destroying five vehicles, several motorcycles and important documents. Firefighters brought the blaze under control after several hours, but the cause and extent of the damage remain unknown. In Mumbai's Sion area, a fire erupted in the slum settlement of Pratiksha Nagar, followed by three gas cylinder explosions. Around four huts were completely gutted, and one firefighter sustained burn injuries. In Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, a scrap warehouse caught fire in the Narsinghpura area, raising fears that nearby houses could also be affected. Firefighters prevented the blaze from spreading. In Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, a shop in Chhapti Bazaar caught fire, damaging cardboard boxes and confectionery stock. Meanwhile, in Kekri, Rajasthan, the traditional firecracker battle between two groups during Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj reportedly left more than 100 people injured, despite police restrictions.