Delhi Fish Market Fire Destroys 400 Jhuggis, No Casualties A massive fire broke out in the Matiala fish market in Dwarka, Delhi, on Wednesday night, consuming nearly 400 makeshift homes and leaving no reported injuries. Firefighters arrived at the scene shortly after midnight and worked for nearly four hours to bring the blaze under control. The incident, which spread rapidly, prompted an extensive response from emergency services, with over 24 fire trucks and dozens of personnel deployed to combat the flames. The fire, which originated in the fish market area, quickly escalated into a widespread blaze, engulfing the densely packed jhuggis (informal dwellings) in the neighborhood. Authorities initially dispatched seven fire engines and 35 firefighters, but the situation worsened, leading to the arrival of additional resources. By around 12:30 a.m., the fire was classified as a Category 6 incident, indicating its severe intensity. Despite the challenges, firefighters managed to contain the flames by approximately 4:00 a.m. the following day. Emergency officials, including Assistant Division Officer RK Yadav, Station Officer Mukul Bhadravaj, and Batti Lal, were present at the scene to coordinate the response. The situation remained critical, prompting the involvement of senior officers such as Deputy Chief Fire Officer AK Malik and Division Officer Sandip Duggal. The fire department’s efforts culminated in the successful suppression of the blaze, with cooling operations conducted to prevent further damage. Authorities confirmed that the fire had spread across approximately 400 jhuggis, which were reduced to rubble. While the exact cause of the fire is under investigation, officials expressed relief that no casualties were reported.#delhi #matiala_fish_market #dwarka #firefighters #jhuggis
