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)
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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