Dramatic Rescue in Delhi: Nine Saved from High-Rise Blaze

A fire erupted in a Delhi residential building, prompting a swift rescue of nine individuals, including women and a child, who suffered smoke inhalation. The blaze originated in the parking area, likely from a short circuit. The victims were treated for breathing issues and released from the hospital.

A fire broke out in a four-storey residential building in Delhi's Shahdara area early Sunday, leading to the hospitalization of nine individuals, including women and a minor girl, for breathing complications.

According to the Delhi Fire Services (DFS), a prompt emergency call was received at 12:03 am reporting the blaze at D-45, Mansarover Park. Fire tenders quickly arrived on the scene, evacuating residents trapped on different floors.

The fire, reportedly stemming from a short-circuited motor in the parking lot, was contained by DFS teams. All affected individuals were moved to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital for treatment and were later discharged.