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Great Fire of 1837
- When
- 1837
- Where
- Surat
A massive fire destroyed much of Surat, killing over 500 people and ruining thousands of homes.
In 1837, a great fire swept through Surat, causing more than 500 deaths. The blaze destroyed 9,737 houses, significantly damaging the city's infrastructure. This event occurred while Surat was a key emporium for gold and cloth exports.
Sources
- Surat Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20
- History of Surat Wikipedia
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