Major Fire Erupts at NDMC Storage Facility Near Safdarjung Airport
A substantial fire broke out at a godown operated by the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) in close proximity to Safdarjung Airport on Friday evening, triggering widespread panic and significantly affecting vehicular movement in the surrounding area.
Swift Police Response and Evacuation Efforts
Local police authorities received an emergency call at approximately 6:00 PM reporting the blaze under the Safdarjung flyover, near the historic Prachin Shiv Mandir. Upon arrival, officers discovered flames completely engulfing the storage structure.
"Officers promptly evacuated all individuals from the fire-affected zone. Thanks to timely information provided by an alert citizen, a potentially major incident was successfully averted," stated police officials in their official communication regarding the emergency.
Firefighting Operations and Facility Contents
Fire department personnel deployed six specialized fire tenders and approximately forty firefighters to combat the intense blaze, eventually bringing the situation under control through coordinated efforts.
The NDMC godown reportedly contained various construction materials that had been seized during recent anti-encroachment drives conducted by municipal authorities across different parts of the capital city.
Investigation and Aftermath
Authorities confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported as a result of the fire incident. However, the exact cause of the blaze remains undetermined and is currently under thorough investigation by relevant agencies.
The fire incident caused substantial traffic disruptions in the vicinity of Safdarjung Airport and surrounding areas during Friday evening rush hours, with police implementing temporary traffic management measures to ensure public safety.
