Fire Breaks Out at Delhi Factory Near Punjab National Bank; No Casualties Reported
A fire broke out at a factory near the Punjab National Bank in Delhi's Chandan Hola area around 2 am on Sunday, according to the Delhi Fire Services. Firefighters rushed to the spot and launched efforts to contain the blaze. No information on casualties or the cause of the fire was immediately available, with officials saying further details are awaited.
The incident comes days after separate fire accidents in Uttam Nagar and at the Parikrama restaurant on Barakhamba Road, raising concerns about fire safety in the capital. Local police have cordoned off the area, and an investigation is underway to determine the origin of the fire.
Residents in the vicinity reported seeing smoke and flames, prompting emergency calls. The Delhi Fire Services deployed multiple fire tenders to douse the flames, and the situation was brought under control within a few hours. No injuries have been reported so far, authorities confirmed.
The factory's ownership and the nature of operations are being verified. Officials said a detailed report will be released after a thorough assessment.
