Sources from New Delhi have stated that two incidents of fire were reported in central Delhi this morning. However, there were no reports of injuries to anyone. Sources have reported that as per a report from a senior officer from the Delhi Fire Services said that a fire broke out at a two-storey godown, used to keep confectionery items, in the Anand Parbat area at around 6:35 am.
The senior officer said 10 fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the blaze was put out by 9:10 am, and moreover in another incident of fire was reported from Lala Lajpat Rai market opposite Red Fort.
It was stated that call about a fire in 15-16 makeshift shops in the market was received around 7:20 am and was stated that 16 fire tenders were sent to douse the flames, which could be controlled only by 8:50 am. According to sources, a short circuit is suspected to have triggered the blaze.
