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Delhi Fire Near Rajghat Bus Depot Spreads 5 km, Swiftly Controlled

A significant fire erupted in a bushy, forested area near the Rajghat Bus Depot in Delhi on Sunday afternoon. The Delhi Fire Service responded immediately, dispatching multiple fire tenders to combat the blaze which had spread across an estimated 4 to 5 kilometers. Firefighting was challenging due to the difficult terrain, which included a deep gorge, requiring crews to use both water and manual methods to extinguish the flames. Officials have stated the fire is now largely under control, with no casualties reported, though teams remain on-site for monitoring.

Key Points: Fire Near Delhi's Rajghat Bus Depot, No Casualties Reported

  • Fire broke out in bushes near Rajghat Bus Depot
  • Spread across 4-5 km area with difficult terrain
  • Multiple fire engines deployed swiftly
  • Situation largely under control, no casualties reported
  • Cause of the fire remains unknown
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Delhi: Fire in bushes near Rajghat Bus Depot, no casualties reported

A large fire in bushes near Rajghat Bus Depot spread over 4-5 km. Delhi Fire Service deployed multiple tenders, bringing it under control with no injuries.

"We have deployed vehicles on all sides and have almost brought the fire under control. - Bhupendra Prakash"

New Delhi, April 12

A fire broke out in bushes near the Rajghat Bus Depot in Delhi on Sunday, prompting a large-scale response from the Delhi Fire Service.

According to officials, multiple fire engines were immediately rushed to the spot after information was received around 1:35 pm.

Assistant Divisional Officer (ADO) Bhupendra Prakash said fire tenders were deployed from all sides as the blaze spread across a large area.

"We received information around 1:35 that there was a fire near Raj Ghat. Fire department vehicles were immediately dispatched," he told ANI, adding that the fire spread across an area of about 4 to 5 kilometres.

He further said that the situation has largely been brought under control due to swift action by firefighting teams. "We have deployed vehicles on all sides and have almost brought the fire under control. We also stationed some fire engines inside the Rajghat Bus Depot as a precaution, as the fire had reached close to the depot boundary," he said, adding that firefighting operations were carried out both inside and around the depot area.

Explaining the terrain, he said the affected area included a forested stretch with difficult access and a deep gorge, which made firefighting challenging.

"There's a deep gorge in the area. Our men are putting out the fire with water where possible. Where it's not possible to use water, they are breaking off tree branches and using them to beat the fire and extinguish it," he said.

Fire service officials said teams remain deployed at the site and monitoring is ongoing to ensure the fire does not spread further.

Details regarding the cause of the fire are awaited.

- ANI

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Sarah B
A 4-5 km fire is massive! The bravery of the firefighters working in that terrain with gorges is incredible. It's a relief the bus depot was protected. Delhi's air quality is bad enough without adding massive smoke to it.
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Ananya R
This is so scary! I pass by that area sometimes. With the summer heat and dry bushes, these fires can start so easily. Maybe people are throwing cigarette butts carelessly? Authorities need to put up strict warnings. 🙏
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Vikram M
Good response by the fire department. But this highlights a recurring issue – poor maintenance of green belts and forested patches within the city. They become dumping grounds and then fire hazards. Need proactive cleaning before summer hits.
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Karthik V
No casualties is the best news. Hats off to the firefighters beating the flames with branches where water couldn't reach – true dedication. Hope they get some rest and recognition.
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Priya S
Swift action saved a major disaster near the bus depot. But seriously, we need more awareness. A small spark can lead to this. Let's all be more responsible, especially in these dry months. #DelhiSafety

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