A factory‑godown in Swaroop Nagar caught fire, prompting six people to jump in panic and sustain injuries. A second blaze in Dallupura caused no injuries. The incidents highlight fire safety gaps in Delhi’s industrial zones.
- Fire at Swaroop Nagar factory‑godown injured 6 people.
- Second fire in Dallupura caused no injuries.
- Cause: burning of rexine waste and cotton webbing.
On Sunday, a factory‑godown in Delhi’s Swaroop Nagar caught fire, leading six panicked residents to jump from the building and suffer injuries. The blaze started on the ground and first floors of a facility producing judo dresses and boxing gloves.
Delhi Fire Services (DFS) confirmed the fire involved stored rexine waste and cotton webbing, covering a 200‑square‑yard area with a basement, ground, first floor and a tin shed on the second floor.
The fire was declared under control at 1:50 PM, with fire tenders extinguishing it completely. Five injured were taken to Babu Jagjivan Ram Hospital, while another was moved to Government Hospital, Burari. All are reported out of danger.
A second incident occurred at 3:30 PM in Dallupura near Dharamshila Hospital; 11 fire tenders responded, and no injuries were reported.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that recurrent fires in urban industrial zones underscore the urgent need for stricter fire safety regulations in Delhi.
“Rapid spread of fire in storage facilities highlights the critical need for stringent fire safety regulations, especially for industries dealing with flammable materials,” said an expert.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What triggered the fire in Swaroop Nagar?
The blaze was caused by burning of stored rexine waste and cotton webbing.
2. Were there any fatalities?
No deaths were reported; all injured are recovering.
