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A major fire broke out in a factory near Rithala Metro Station in Delhi, requiring 15 fire tenders to respond. The factory, which printed on plastic and cloth, saw 2-3 people rushed to the hospital. Fire officials have controlled the blaze but cannot yet access the upper floors. Casualties remain uncertain as authorities continue firefighting efforts.

Key Points: Massive Fire Erupts in Delhi Factory Near Rithala Metro Station

  • 15 fire tenders rushed to the scene
  • Factory involved in plastic and cloth printing
  • 2-3 people hospitalized
  • Upper floors still inaccessible
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Delhi: Fire breaks out in factory near Rithala metro station, 15 fire tenders rushed to spot

15 fire tenders respond as blaze engulfs plastic and cloth printing factory in Delhi, casualties feared.

"The fire is under control, but we cannot enter the second and third floors yet. – AK Jaiswal, Divisional Fire Officer"

New Delhi, June 25

A massive fire broke out in a factory near Rithala Metro Station in Delhi on Tuesday evening, prompting a swift response from the Delhi Fire Service, officials said.

A total of 15 fire tenders were rushed to the site to douse the flames.

According to Divisional Fire Officer AK Jaiswal, the factory was engaged in printing on plastic and clothes.

"Printing on plastic and clothes is done in this factory. The people here told us that 2-3 people have been taken to the hospital. 15 fire tenders are present at the spot. The fire is under control, but we cannot enter the second and third floors... When we are able to enter, then we will see if there is any casualty or not."

Firefighting operations are ongoing, and authorities are awaiting access to the upper floors to determine whether there are any casualties.

Further details are awaited.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
This is really concerning! Rithala is a densely populated area with many factories. Authorities must conduct regular safety audits of these units. Hope the injured recover soon 🙏
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Priya M.
Why do such incidents keep happening in Delhi? Just last month there was a fire in Karol Bagh. Factory owners need to be held accountable for safety violations. Our firefighters are doing great work though!
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Amit S.
Plastic and textile factories are high-risk zones. The government should make automatic sprinkler systems mandatory in all such units. Prevention is better than cure!
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Neha T.
My cousin lives near Rithala metro. She said the smoke was visible from kilometers away. Thank God the fire department responded quickly. Hope there are no casualties on upper floors 🤞
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Vikram J.
While we appreciate fire services, why does it take 15 tenders to control a factory fire? Doesn't this show lack of proper fire exits and safety measures in these buildings? MCD needs to act strict.
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Sunita R.
These small factories often operate without proper licenses and safety norms. The workers are the real victims here - mostly poor migrants who risk their lives daily. Authorities must protect them better.

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