A fire broke out at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) building in New Delhi on Tuesday, officials confirmed. The blaze reportedly originated from a box containing solar panels and was later brought under control, according to news agency ANI.
Quick Response and Containment
According to Delhi Fire Services officials, no injuries or casualties were reported in the incident. Five fire tenders were rushed to the spot after the fire was reported at around 1:05 pm. Officials stated that the blaze was brought under control within 15 minutes of the alert.
Previous Fire Incident in Chawri Bazar
On Monday, another fire incident was reported in the Chawri Bazar area of Delhi. According to the Fire Station at Connaught Place, a call regarding the incident was received at around 7:21 pm on Sunday, after which firefighting teams were immediately dispatched to the location. The details of that fire are still emerging.
Safety and Preparedness
The swift response by the Delhi Fire Services highlights the importance of quick action in urban fire incidents. The RBI building, a key financial institution, houses critical operations, and the rapid containment prevented any major disruption. Officials are investigating the cause of the solar panel box fire to prevent future occurrences.
