Anaj Mandi fire puts focus on 'flouting of fire safety norms' in Delhi

A Delhi court on Monday sent to 14-day police custody, the owner and manager of a factory in Anaj Mandi area where a massive fire claimed the lives of 43 people on Sunday.

Tees Hazari court sent factory owner Rehan and manager Furkan to police custody for interrogation in the matter.

Police had produced the two before the court seeking custody after they were arrested on Sunday.

A case has been registered under Section 304 (punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) against building owner Rehan, who had absconded after the fire broke out.

According to the police, there are three different owners of separate portions of the property.

"Rehan is the owner and shareholder of the factory, whereas manager Furkan has worked here since 2003. Rehan and Furkan are childhood friends," police said.

As many as 43 people died and at least 63 others were injured after a massive fire broke out in the factory at Anaj Mandi here in the wee hours on Sunday.&nbsp; 
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A Delhi court on Monday sent to 14-day police custody, the owner and manager of a factory in Anaj Mandi area where a massive fire claimed the lives of 43 people on Sunday.

A Delhi court on Monday sent to 14-day police custody, the owner and manager of a factory in Anaj Mandi area where a massive fire claimed the lives of 43 people on Sunday. Tees Hazari court sent factory owner Rehan and manager Furkan to police custody for interrogation in the matter. Police had produced the two before the court seeking custody after they were arrested on Sunday. A case has been registered under Section 304 (punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) against building owner Rehan, who had absconded after the fire broke out. According to the police, there are three different owners of separate portions of the property. "Rehan is the owner and shareholder of the factory, whereas manager Furkan has worked here since 2003. Rehan and Furkan are childhood friends," police said. As many as 43 people died and at least 63 others were injured after a massive fire broke out in the factory at Anaj Mandi here in the wee hours on Sunday.

Delhi fire incident: Factory owner, manager sent to 14-day police custody

Two persons were rushed to hospital after a fire break broke out at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/32-killed-in-a-major-fire-in-anaj-mandi-area-of-delhi-266886">Anaj Mandi</a> on Monday in the same premises where 43 were killed in a massive blaze on Sunday.

Soon after receiving the call of fire, four fire tenders were rushed to the spot.

Speaking about the rescue operation, Delhi Police Constable Naresh said: "When we received a PCR call, we immediately reached the spot with Station House Officer. Fire tenders too rushed to the spot."

"We were told by the SHO to save as many people as we can. We found a way to enter the building. We first rescued a person from the building where the fire broke out and then two other persons from the backside, who were shifted to a hospital for medical aid," he said.

This was the third incident of fire in three days at Anaj Mandi.

At least 43 people died after a massive fire broke out in the factory on Sunday morning, police said.Around 62 people were rescued from the building by fire tenders.

34 dead were confirmed by the Lok Nayak Hospital and 9 by the Lady Hardinge Hospital, police said.

Delhi Chief Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/magisterial-probe-ordered-into-anaj-mandi-fire-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-266943">Arvind Kejriwal</a> had announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to families of those who lost their lives in the tragic incident.

Additional assistance of Rs 1 lakh had also been announced to those injured.

The Delhi government has also ordered a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/magisterial-probe-ordered-into-anaj-mandi-fire-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-266943">magisterial inquiry</a> into the incident and sought a report within seven days.

Two persons were rushed to hospital after a fire break broke out at Anaj Mandi on Monday in the same premises where 43 were killed in a massive blaze on Sunday. Soon after receiving the call of fire, four fire tenders were rushed to the spot.

Two persons were rushed to hospital after a fire break broke out at Anaj Mandi on Monday in the same premises where 43 were killed in a massive blaze on Sunday. Soon after receiving the call of fire, four fire tenders were rushed to the spot. Speaking about the rescue operation, Delhi Police Constable Naresh said: "When we received a PCR call, we immediately reached the spot with Station House Officer. Fire tenders too rushed to the spot." "We were told by the SHO to save as many people as we can. We found a way to enter the building. We first rescued a person from the building where the fire broke out and then two other persons from the backside, who were shifted to a hospital for medical aid," he said. This was the third incident of fire in three days at Anaj Mandi. At least 43 people died after a massive fire broke out in the factory on Sunday morning, police said.Around 62 people were rescued from the building by fire tenders. 34 dead were confirmed by the Lok Nayak Hospital and 9 by the Lady Hardinge Hospital, police said. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to families of those who lost their lives in the tragic incident. Additional assistance of Rs 1 lakh had also been announced to those injured. The Delhi government has also ordered a magisterial inquiry into the incident and sought a report within seven days.

Two rushed to hospital after fire breaks out at Anaj Mandi building again

A major fire broke out in a multi-storey building in Anaj Mandi near Rani Jhansi Road, Delhi, in which more than 43&nbsp;people have died of suffocation and a large number of people were evacuated.

According to fire department sources, the information about the fire incident was received around 5:30 AM and immediately after that around 30 vehicles of fire brigade were sent to the spot.&nbsp;

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At least 50 people have been rescued so far. The fire has been doused and rescue efforts are underway.

"A fire broke out in a 600 sq feet plot. It was very dark inside. It is a factory where school bags, bottles and other materials were kept," said&nbsp;Deputy Fire Chief Officer Sunil Choudhary.

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Reacting to the deaths, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said: "Rescue operations going on. Firemen doing their best. Injured are being taken to hospitals."

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Kishore Kumar, Medical Superintendent of Lok Nayak Hospital, had told ANI: "We got 14 casualties, of which 10 were brought dead. The causalities have been brought from basti area near filmistan. Our team of doctors is attending to those who are alive."

Mohammad Asim, a local said, "The flat was given on rent. It was a short circuit. Fire brigade team and police teams did a great job." 
The fire has been completely doused and rescue operations are currently underway.

(With inputs from ANI)

A major fire broke out in a multi-storey building in Anaj Mandi near Rani Jhansi Road, Delhi, in which more than 43 people have died of suffocation and a large number of people were evacuated.

A major fire broke out in a multi-storey building in Anaj Mandi near Rani Jhansi Road, Delhi, in which more than 43 people have died of suffocation and a large number of people were evacuated. According to fire department sources, the information about the fire incident was received around 5:30 AM and immediately after that around 30 vehicles of fire brigade were sent to the spot. Watch: At least 50 people have been rescued so far. The fire has been doused and rescue efforts are underway. "A fire broke out in a 600 sq feet plot. It was very dark inside. It is a factory where school bags, bottles and other materials were kept," said Deputy Fire Chief Officer Sunil Choudhary. Delhi: Fire broke out at a house in Anaj Mandi, Rani Jhansi Road in the early morning hours today, 11 people rescued so far; 15 fire tenders present at the spot pic.twitter.com/GG5mLEVVrf — ANI (@ANI) December 8, 2019 × Reacting to the deaths, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said: "Rescue operations going on. Firemen doing their best. Injured are being taken to hospitals." V v tragic news. Rescue operations going on. Firemen doing their best. Injured are being taken to hospitals. https://t.co/nWwoNB4u3Q — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) December 8, 2019 × Kishore Kumar, Medical Superintendent of Lok Nayak Hospital, had told ANI: "We got 14 casualties, of which 10 were brought dead. The causalities have been brought from basti area near filmistan. Our team of doctors is attending to those who are alive." Mohammad Asim, a local said, "The flat was given on rent. It was a short circuit. Fire brigade team and police teams did a great job." The fire has been completely doused and rescue operations are currently underway. (With inputs from ANI)

43 killed in massive fire at factory in Delhi's Anaj Mandi area

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to families who lost a member in the Anaj Mandi fire tragedy and additional assistance of one lakh to those who were injured. The government has also ordered a magisterial inquiry into the incident and sought a report within seven days.

"The Anaj Mandi fire tragedy is a very sad incident. More than 40 people have died. I have ordered a magisterial inquiry into it. Compensation of Rs 10 lakh each will be given to families of those dead and Rs 1 lakh each to those injured. The expense of medical treatment of those injured will be borne by the government," Kejriwal told reporters after visiting the site of the fire tragedy.

The death toll in Anaj Mandi fire at Rani Jhansi Road has risen to 43.&nbsp; 
Around 62 people were taken out from the building that caught fire in the wee hours on Sunday of which 43 have been declared dead.

34 have been confirmed dead in Lok Nayak Hospital, and 9 in Lady Hardinge Hospital.

Soon after receiving the report, 15 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire and to carry out rescue operations. Given the intensity of the fire, 10-12 more fire tenders had to be sent at the spot.

Speaking to media, Deputy Fire Chief Officer Sunil Choudhary had aid: "A fire broke out in a 600 sq feet plot. It was very dark inside. It is a factory where school bags, bottles and other materials were kept."

"We have so far sent 15 people to the LNJP hospital for medical aid. While some of them were injured, others had fainted. The owner said that around 20-25 labourers were sleeping inside when the incident happened," he added.

The officer further said the fire had been completely doused.

Rescue operations are currently underway.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to families who lost a member in the Anaj Mandi fire tragedy and additional assistance of one lakh to those who were injured.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to families who lost a member in the Anaj Mandi fire tragedy and additional assistance of one lakh to those who were injured. The government has also ordered a magisterial inquiry into the incident and sought a report within seven days. "The Anaj Mandi fire tragedy is a very sad incident. More than 40 people have died. I have ordered a magisterial inquiry into it. Compensation of Rs 10 lakh each will be given to families of those dead and Rs 1 lakh each to those injured. The expense of medical treatment of those injured will be borne by the government," Kejriwal told reporters after visiting the site of the fire tragedy. The death toll in Anaj Mandi fire at Rani Jhansi Road has risen to 43. Around 62 people were taken out from the building that caught fire in the wee hours on Sunday of which 43 have been declared dead. 34 have been confirmed dead in Lok Nayak Hospital, and 9 in Lady Hardinge Hospital. Soon after receiving the report, 15 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire and to carry out rescue operations. Given the intensity of the fire, 10-12 more fire tenders had to be sent at the spot. Speaking to media, Deputy Fire Chief Officer Sunil Choudhary had aid: "A fire broke out in a 600 sq feet plot. It was very dark inside. It is a factory where school bags, bottles and other materials were kept." "We have so far sent 15 people to the LNJP hospital for medical aid. While some of them were injured, others had fainted. The owner said that around 20-25 labourers were sleeping inside when the incident happened," he added. The officer further said the fire had been completely doused. Rescue operations are currently underway.

Delhi Fire tragedy: Kejriwal orders inquiry, announces Rs 10 Lakh compensation for kin of those killed

Smoke inhalation and suffocation are the major reasons behind the deaths of people in the fire that broke out in Anaj Mandi at Rani Jhansi Road in Delhi, said Lok Nayak Hospital's Medical Director (MD), Dr Kishore Singh on Sunday.

"34 people were brought dead to the hospital. Deaths have been mostly due to smoke inhalation and suffocation," Singh told ANI here.

Speaking about the condition of the injured, Singh said 15 people have been admitted in the hospital.

"Out of the 15 injured admitted in the hospital, nine have been sent in the burn ward while others are in the general ward. All of them are being kept under observation as they might be suffering from lung swelling due to inhalation of smoke," Singh said.

He also added that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to visit Lok Nayak Hospital and meet the injured persons.

So far, at least 43 people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a factory in Anaj Mandi area on Rani Jhansi Road here on Sunday morning, police said.

Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours of Sunday.

Thirty-four dead were confirmed by the Lok Nayak Hospital, nine by the Lady Hardinge Hospital, police said.

Smoke inhalation and suffocation are the major reasons behind the deaths of people in the fire that broke out in Anaj Mandi at Rani Jhansi Road in Delhi, said Lok Nayak Hospital's Medical Director (MD), Dr Kishore Singh on Sunday.

Smoke inhalation and suffocation are the major reasons behind the deaths of people in the fire that broke out in Anaj Mandi at Rani Jhansi Road in Delhi, said Lok Nayak Hospital's Medical Director (MD), Dr Kishore Singh on Sunday. "34 people were brought dead to the hospital. Deaths have been mostly due to smoke inhalation and suffocation," Singh told ANI here. Speaking about the condition of the injured, Singh said 15 people have been admitted in the hospital. "Out of the 15 injured admitted in the hospital, nine have been sent in the burn ward while others are in the general ward. All of them are being kept under observation as they might be suffering from lung swelling due to inhalation of smoke," Singh said. He also added that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to visit Lok Nayak Hospital and meet the injured persons. So far, at least 43 people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a factory in Anaj Mandi area on Rani Jhansi Road here on Sunday morning, police said. Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours of Sunday. Thirty-four dead were confirmed by the Lok Nayak Hospital, nine by the Lady Hardinge Hospital, police said.

Smoke inhalation, suffocation major reasons behind deaths in Anaj Mandi fire: Lok Nayak Hospital

43 people killed as fire engulfs factory building in Anaj Mandi area in Delhi.

Fire breaks out at a factory in Delhi; 43 people dead

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday termed the Anaj Mandi fire, which claimed 43 lives, an "extremely horrific" incident and said all his thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones.

"The fire in Delhi's Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road is extremely horrific. My thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones," Prime Minister Modi tweeted.

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He wished speedy recovery for the injured and said authorities are providing all possible assistance at the site of the tragedy.

"Wishing the injured a quick recovery. Authorities are providing all possible assistance at the site of the tragedy," he said.

At least 43 people died after a fire broke out at a factory in Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road on Sunday morning.

Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours of Sunday.

34 dead were confirmed by the Lok Nayak Hospital, 9 by the Lady Hardinge Hospital, police said.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal also expressed grief over the incident. Taking to Twitter, Kejriwal called the incident "a very very tragic news" and said that firemen were doing their best.

"V v tragic news. Rescue operations going on. Firemen doing their best. Injured are being taken to hospitals," he tweeted.

Soon after receiving the report of the fire, 15 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire and to carry out rescue operations. Given the intensity of the fire, 10-12 more fire tenders were sent at the spot.

Speaking to media, Deputy Fire Chief Officer Sunil Choudhary had said: "A fire broke out in a 600 sq feet plot. It was very dark inside. It is a factory where school bags, bottles and other materials were kept."

The officer further said the fire was of "medium category" and had been completely doused.

Mohammad Asim, a local had said, "People called that fire has broken out in the area. The flat was given on rent. It was a short circuit. Fire brigade team and police teams did a great job."

The fire had been completely doused and rescue operations are currently underway.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday termed the Anaj Mandi fire, which claimed 43 lives, an "extremely horrific" incident and said all his thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday termed the Anaj Mandi fire, which claimed 43 lives, an "extremely horrific" incident and said all his thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones. "The fire in Delhi's Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road is extremely horrific. My thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones," Prime Minister Modi tweeted. The fire in Delhi’s Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road is extremely horrific. My thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones. Wishing the injured a quick recovery. Authorities are providing all possible assistance at the site of the tragedy. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 8, 2019 × He wished speedy recovery for the injured and said authorities are providing all possible assistance at the site of the tragedy. "Wishing the injured a quick recovery. Authorities are providing all possible assistance at the site of the tragedy," he said. At least 43 people died after a fire broke out at a factory in Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road on Sunday morning. Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours of Sunday. 34 dead were confirmed by the Lok Nayak Hospital, 9 by the Lady Hardinge Hospital, police said. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal also expressed grief over the incident. Taking to Twitter, Kejriwal called the incident "a very very tragic news" and said that firemen were doing their best. "V v tragic news. Rescue operations going on. Firemen doing their best. Injured are being taken to hospitals," he tweeted. Soon after receiving the report of the fire, 15 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire and to carry out rescue operations. Given the intensity of the fire, 10-12 more fire tenders were sent at the spot. Speaking to media, Deputy Fire Chief Officer Sunil Choudhary had said: "A fire broke out in a 600 sq feet plot. It was very dark inside. It is a factory where school bags, bottles and other materials were kept." The officer further said the fire was of "medium category" and had been completely doused. Mohammad Asim, a local had said, "People called that fire has broken out in the area. The flat was given on rent. It was a short circuit. Fire brigade team and police teams did a great job." The fire had been completely doused and rescue operations are currently underway.

Extremely horrific, my thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones: PM Modi on Delhi fire

35 people killed as fire engulfs factory building in Anaj Mandi area in Delhi.

Breaking News: Fire breaks out at a factory in Delhi; 35 people dead

The building in Anaj Mandi, which got engulfed in a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/magisterial-probe-ordered-into-anaj-mandi-fire-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-266943">massive fire today morning</a>, had no fire clearance from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and no fire safety equipment were found in the premises.

"The building did not have fire clearance from DFS and no fire safety equipment were found installed in the premises," DFS chief Atul Garg confirmed.

The fire claimed the lives of 43 people.

According to the Delhi Police, the owner of the factory cannot be traced and an FIR has been launched against him.

"Rehan, the owner of the building against whom a case has been registered under section 304 (Punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code, is currently absconding," Delhi Police DCP North Monika Bhardwaj told the media.

Delhi Police PRO MS Randhawa said that the case has been referred to the crime branch.&nbsp;

62 people were rescued from the factory that had caught fire in the early hours of Sunday.&nbsp;

"The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," CM Kejriwal added.

Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports of a fire. They carried out search and rescue operations.

As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/32-killed-in-a-major-fire-in-anaj-mandi-area-of-delhi-266886">the fire is completely dormant</a> with people left inside.

(With inputs from ANI)

The building in Anaj Mandi, which got engulfed in a massive fire today morning, had no fire clearance from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and no fire safety equipment were found in the premises.

The building in Anaj Mandi, which got engulfed in a massive fire today morning, had no fire clearance from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and no fire safety equipment were found in the premises. "The building did not have fire clearance from DFS and no fire safety equipment were found installed in the premises," DFS chief Atul Garg confirmed. The fire claimed the lives of 43 people. According to the Delhi Police, the owner of the factory cannot be traced and an FIR has been launched against him. "Rehan, the owner of the building against whom a case has been registered under section 304 (Punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code, is currently absconding," Delhi Police DCP North Monika Bhardwaj told the media. Delhi Police PRO MS Randhawa said that the case has been referred to the crime branch. 62 people were rescued from the factory that had caught fire in the early hours of Sunday. "The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," CM Kejriwal added. Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports of a fire. They carried out search and rescue operations. As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, the fire is completely dormant with people left inside. (With inputs from ANI)

Anaj Mandi building had no safety clearance or equipment: Delhi Fire Services

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal ordered a magisterial inquiry into the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/32-killed-in-a-major-fire-in-anaj-mandi-area-of-delhi-266886">Anaj Mandi fire incident</a> today.

Around 43 people have been pronounced dead after the Anaj Mandi fire. At the same time, 62 people were rescued from the building which caught on fire in the early hours of Sunday.&nbsp; 
 
"There was one person in the hospital who has above 50 per cent burns and eight people are suffering because of inhalation of smoke. Around 43 people have died and up to 16 people are injured in the fire incident. Our entire efforts are directed towards saving all the injured persons in whatever way possible," Kejriwal said after a visit to the LNJP Hospital where victims are undergoing treatment.&nbsp;

While 34 were confirmed dead in Lok Nayak Hospital, nine were pronounced dead at Lady Hardinge Hospital

"The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," Kejriwal added.

Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/smoke-inhalation-suffocation-major-reasons-behind-deaths-in-anaj-mandi-fire-lok-nayak-hospital-266916">of a fire</a>. They carried out search and rescue operations.

As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, the fire is completely dormant with people left inside.

(With inputs from ANI)

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal ordered a magisterial inquiry into the Anaj Mandi fire incident today. Around 43 people have been pronounced dead after the Anaj Mandi fire.

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal ordered a magisterial inquiry into the Anaj Mandi fire incident today. Around 43 people have been pronounced dead after the Anaj Mandi fire. At the same time, 62 people were rescued from the building which caught on fire in the early hours of Sunday. "There was one person in the hospital who has above 50 per cent burns and eight people are suffering because of inhalation of smoke. Around 43 people have died and up to 16 people are injured in the fire incident. Our entire efforts are directed towards saving all the injured persons in whatever way possible," Kejriwal said after a visit to the LNJP Hospital where victims are undergoing treatment. While 34 were confirmed dead in Lok Nayak Hospital, nine were pronounced dead at Lady Hardinge Hospital "The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," Kejriwal added. Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports of a fire. They carried out search and rescue operations. As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, the fire is completely dormant with people left inside. (With inputs from ANI)

Magisterial probe ordered into Anaj Mandi fire: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

BJP lawmaker Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the massive Anaj Mandi fire a tragic incident and said responsibility needs to be fixed in this regard.

"I do not wish to indulge in politics but there must be an investigation into the incident. Someone has to take responsibility, it is a tragic incident," Gambhir told ANI.

"Someone is responsible for it and someone should be given punishment for it," he said of the blaze which killed 43 people.

Extending condolences to bereaved families, he said: "All I can say is that my heart goes for the families, who have lost their loved ones in the tragic incident. It is very unfortunate. One shall take permission and no-objection certificate (NOC) to run such factories."

The cricketer-turned-politician recalled fire incident in Karol Bagh that claimed 17 lives and said that we all shall take responsibility that such incidents do not occur again because only poor labourers are the sufferers.

"If you will put it only to the enquiry no one would feel scared," he added.

At least 43 people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a factory operating from a residential area when the blaze broke out in Anaj Mandi area on Rani Jhansi Road on Sunday morning, police said. Sixteen people are said to be injured in the treatment and are being treated at Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital and Lady Hardinge hospitals.Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours.

BJP lawmaker Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the massive Anaj Mandi fire a tragic incident and said responsibility needs to be fixed in this regard. "I do not wish to indulge in politics but there must be an investigation into the incident.

BJP lawmaker Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the massive Anaj Mandi fire a tragic incident and said responsibility needs to be fixed in this regard. "I do not wish to indulge in politics but there must be an investigation into the incident. Someone has to take responsibility, it is a tragic incident," Gambhir told ANI. "Someone is responsible for it and someone should be given punishment for it," he said of the blaze which killed 43 people. Extending condolences to bereaved families, he said: "All I can say is that my heart goes for the families, who have lost their loved ones in the tragic incident. It is very unfortunate. One shall take permission and no-objection certificate (NOC) to run such factories." The cricketer-turned-politician recalled fire incident in Karol Bagh that claimed 17 lives and said that we all shall take responsibility that such incidents do not occur again because only poor labourers are the sufferers. "If you will put it only to the enquiry no one would feel scared," he added. At least 43 people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a factory operating from a residential area when the blaze broke out in Anaj Mandi area on Rani Jhansi Road on Sunday morning, police said. Sixteen people are said to be injured in the treatment and are being treated at Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital and Lady Hardinge hospitals.Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours.

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