Panic Near Saket Metro: Fire Rips Through Car Showroom, 16 Rescued
16 people were rescued after a fire broke out at a car showroom near Saket Metro in Delhi. Two women were injured. Read more here.
A sudden blaze triggered chaos in South Delhi on Friday afternoon when a car showroom fire Saket area erupted near the Saket Metro station. The incident, which occurred around 3:45 PM, prompted an emergency mobilization of the Delhi Police and the Fire Brigade to prevent a major tragedy.
Swift Rescue Operation
The fire broke out within the jurisdiction of the Mehrauli Police Station, leading to a high-stakes rescue operation. Emergency responders acted quickly to evacuate those trapped inside the building. According to official reports, approximately 12 to 15 individuals were successfully rescued from the rooftop of the showroom.
Simultaneously, rescue teams managed to save four more people who had retreated to the backside of the premises. In total, 16 people were brought to safety.
Injuries and Damages
While the rescue was largely successful, two women suffered minor injuries. Both were affected by heavy smoke inhalation and were rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care. Authorities have confirmed that their condition is currently stable.
The physical damage to the property was significant. DCP South District reported that at least six vehicles were impacted by the flames before the fire was brought under control.
Emergency Response
To combat the blaze and manage the crowd, the administration deployed a substantial force, including:
- Five fire tenders to douse the flames.
- Six ambulances to provide immediate medical assistance.
- The full staff of the Mehrauli Police Station to maintain order and assist in evacuations.
A Pattern of Blazes in South Delhi
This incident follows another recent fire in the same region. On August 21, a fire broke out at the 'Salman Khan Gym' located in the M Block Market of Greater Kailash-I. In that instance, the Delhi Fire Services were alerted around 10:15 PM after smoke and flames were spotted on the first floor.
While the gym fire was minor and resulted in no injuries thanks to the prompt evacuation by local police, officials suspected that a short circuit was the primary cause of that blaze.