Fire Breaks Out at Mumbai's Aayakar Bhavan in Churchgate
· India · Indian Express, The Hindu
A fire broke out at the seven-storey Aayakar Bhavan building on Maharshi Karve Road in Mumbai on Monday afternoon. The blaze was reported at 2:01 pm and classified as a Level I fire by the Mumbai Fire Brigade. Officials confirmed that at least 15 people were rescued from the first three floors, while others were moved to the terrace for safety. The fire remained confined to the basement, though thick smoke caused panic in the vicinity of Churchgate station. No injuries have been reported, and two teams are currently conducting a search operation to ensure all occupants are evacuated.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing fire safety concerns in major government buildings in Mumbai, prompting immediate emergency response operations in a high-density area.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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