Inferno in Karachi: Fire at Gul Plaza Leaves Over 60 Missing

A massive fire swept through Karachi's Gul Plaza, killing at least 15 people and leaving over 60 missing. The fire started Saturday night, spreading rapidly through the multi-storey building. Rescue teams continue to search the remains, as anger mounts over delayed emergency responses and safety concerns persist.

Pakistani firefighters are on a desperate search for survivors in the charred rubble of Gul Plaza, a shopping center in Karachi where a massive fire claimed at least 15 lives. Over 60 people remain unaccounted for as of Monday.

The fire erupted late on Saturday, engulfing the sprawling complex of 1,200 shops over an area larger than a football field. Firefighters battled the blaze for more than 24 hours, but small flames still flicker amidst the ruins.

Local authorities have come under criticism for their response time. An inquiry into the cause of the fire and rescue efforts is underway, as officials speculate electrical faults and building constructions may have worsened the tragedy.

(With inputs from agencies.)