Fire at Delhi Shoe Factory Claims Four Lives, CM Expresses Condolences
A devastating fire in a shoe factory in Mangolpuri, Delhi, has resulted in four fatalities and two injuries, prompting a response from the Chief Minister.
Mangolpuri, New Delhi, October 31 (Daily Kiran) : A tragic fire broke out in a shoe factory located in the Mangolpuri industrial area of New Delhi on October 31, 2026, claiming the lives of at least four individuals and injuring two others. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed her sorrow over the incident and instructed officials to ensure proper treatment for the injured, provide assistance to affected families, and expedite relief efforts.
The fire erupted around 9:30 PM. Emergency services, including police and fire department teams, responded promptly to the scene to initiate rescue operations. Firefighters battled the blaze for several hours, managing to rescue six people who were found unconscious inside the factory. They were immediately transported to Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital. Sadly, four of them were declared dead upon arrival, while the remaining two are receiving medical care.
Authorities confirmed that the search and rescue operations are still ongoing, and appropriate legal actions are being taken. Vikram Singh, the Deputy Commissioner of Police for the outer district, stated that legal proceedings have begun, and arrests of those responsible are anticipated soon.
The cause of the fire remains undetermined, with investigations underway to ascertain how it started. Preliminary reports indicate that the fire originated in the basement of the factory.
Rakesh Bhardwaj, an official from the Central Accident and Trauma Services (CATS), reported that they received notice of the fire at 9:50 PM. He mentioned that five ambulances arrived at the site within five to seven minutes, transporting approximately six patients to the hospital for treatment.
In a message posted on social media platform X, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta remarked, “The loss of life in the unfortunate fire incident in Mangolpuri is deeply saddening and painful. My heartfelt condolences are with the grieving families during this difficult time. All relevant agencies are engaged in relief and rescue operations. I have directed officials to ensure proper treatment for the injured and provide every possible assistance to affected families. The situation is being monitored closely.”
