A major fire broke out in a cluster of jhuggis at Mansa Ram Park near the fish market in Uttam Nagar, Delhi, gutting around 80 shanties. The incident occurred late Wednesday night, with the fire reported at approximately 11:57 PM. Prior to this event, the locality had recently witnessed tension following a violent incident during Holi celebrations.

Immediate Response

In response to the fire, more than 20 fire tenders were initially deployed, which later increased to around 28 as the situation escalated. Firefighters battled the flames for several hours before bringing the situation under control at around 3 AM on Thursday. Cooling operations continued for several hours afterward to prevent any fresh flare-ups.

Impact on Residents

Fortunately, no casualties were reported according to police, as hundreds of residents managed to escape in time due to the swift evacuation carried out by police and firefighters. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Dwarka) Kushal Pal Singh stated, “All inhabitants of the shanties were safely evacuated, and the fire brigade was called to the spot.” A police officer also played a crucial role in preventing a potential explosion by moving a locked car fitted with a CNG kit away from the fire.

Ongoing Investigation

The cause of the fire remains unclear, with authorities still investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Details remain unconfirmed. This incident comes in the wake of heightened tensions in the area, as 16 individuals have been apprehended in connection with a recent violent incident in Uttam Nagar.

Community Response

The community’s resilience was evident as residents worked together to assist those affected by the fire. Local authorities are expected to provide support and resources to help the displaced individuals recover from this devastating event.

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