Karol Bagh Fire: Blaze Breaks Out In Building Housing PG and Shoe Unit, Two Students Rescued

New Delhi: A sudden fire broke out in a Karol Bagh building- housing a shoe manufacturing unit on the ground floor and a paying guest (PG) accommodation above- on Wednesday, resulting in the safe rescue of two students.

According to initial reports, the emergency call was received between 10:58 am and 10:59 am from building number 11/5 at Chana Market in Karol Bagh.

Fire officials immediately mobilised resources to the spot, initially deploying one water tender, three water bowsers, and a breathing apparatus support unit. The operation on the ground is being led by senior officers, including Station Officer Ravinder and Assistant Divisional Officer (ADO) Rajesh Shukla.

As the situation escalated, fire officer Pramod upgraded the blaze to a "Make-4" category at around 11:05 AM to 11:06 AM, signaling a serious emergency that required immediate reinforcement.

Intense firefighting and rescue operations are currently underway at the site. Authorities have stated that further details regarding potential casualties, the exact cause of the blaze, and the total extent of property damage are awaited as the situation unfolds.

Addressing the incident, the cops stated that the upper floor of the affected building is being used as a paying guest (PG) accommodation, while a small leather shoe manufacturing unit operates on the ground and lower floors.

They added that police personnel, including senior officers, are present at the location to oversee the response. Authorities have established necessary safety cordons and traffic management arrangements, and the situation is being closely monitored in coordination with the fire department.