Photos | Massive fire breaks out at Delhi's Azadpur vegetable market

A massive fire broke out at Delhi's Azadpur vegetable market in Delhi on Friday. An official said the fire started at 5:15 pm.

Published on: Sep 30, 2023 11:03 AM IST

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A fire broke out at Azadpur Mandi, Asia's biggest wholesale vegetable market, on Friday. Officials have confirmed that the situation is now under control.  (ANI)

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Authorities received a call about the blaze at 5:20 pm, following which 11 fire tenders were dispatched to the location. The officials successfully contained the fire by 6:30 pm.  (PTI)

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However, no casualties have been reported in the incident, according to sources.   (PTI)

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The Delhi Fire Services reported that the fire originated at the Tomato Mandi in Azadpur. There was no casualty in the fire, it added.  (HT Photo)

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Videos circulating on social media depicted thick plumes of smoke rising from the market, causing fear and anxiety among the local residents.  (HT Photo)

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As many as 11 fire tenders were rushed to the spot after a distress call was received.  (HT Photo)

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The fire has been successfully brought under control, and efforts for the cooling process were in progress at the time this report was filed.  (HT Photo)