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Delhi Police Rescues 30 from Haldiram's Fire in Model Town; Major Tragedy Averted.
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News18•25-09-2026, 21:33
Delhi Police Rescues 30 from Haldiram's Fire in Model Town; Major Tragedy Averted.
- •A multi-story building housing Haldiram's in Model Town caught fire, causing panic in the area.
- •Delhi Police and fire teams swiftly rescued 30 people, preventing any loss of life.
- •Initial investigations suggest a short circuit as the cause, with the fire spreading from the second floor to all levels.
- •23 fire tenders brought the blaze under control, averting a major disaster.
- •The incident highlights the critical importance of fire safety audits and emergency training in commercial buildings.
Key Questions Answered
Initial investigations indicate that the fire in the Model Town building was caused by a short circuit.
Due to the alertness and timely response of the Delhi Police and fire teams, about 30 people were safely evacuated alive from the building without any loss of life.
The Delhi Fire Service deployed a total of 23 vehicles to control and completely extinguish the fire at the location.
