Ludhiana: A fire broke out suddenly at a four-story jacket manufacturing factory in Ludhiana, Punjab. Panic ensued following the outbreak, and workers rushed to escape. The owners alerted the fire department; three fire tenders initially arrived at the scene, and firefighting operations are currently underway, with a total of 10 fire tenders now engaged in the effort.
According to reports, the fire started on the second floor of the MJ Vyas factory in Waitganj around 5:15 PM. Within minutes, the flames spread from the second floor to the third and fourth floors. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined and firefighting operations are ongoing.
Firefighting Operation Underway, 10 Tenders Deployed
As soon as the alert was received, the fire department dispatched fire tenders to the spot. Initially, three fire tenders arrived, but as the blaze intensified, the number was increased to 10.
Firefighters are currently engaged in controlling the fire and preventing it from spreading to nearby structures. Rescue operations were also initiated to ensure all workers were safely evacuated.
Narrow Lanes Hampering Rescue Efforts, Cause Still Unknown
Officials said that narrow lanes around the factory are creating difficulties in reaching the site and carrying out firefighting operations effectively.
The exact cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed. While initial suspicion suggests a possible electrical fault, authorities have not issued an official statement. The factory owner has not yet commented on the incident.
Fire department officials confirmed that efforts are ongoing to bring the blaze under control and a detailed investigation will follow once the situation is stabilized.