One Dead After Massive Fire Engulfs Food Shops in Noida’s Sector 126

October 24, 2026

Noida: One person died after a massive fire broke out at several food and beverage shops in Noida’s Sector 126 on Saturday. The fire started behind Raipur Temple and quickly spread to nearby shops, with more than four establishments caught in the blaze.

Six fire tenders were rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control. During the operation, firefighters found a person lying unconscious at the site. The person was taken to a hospital, where doctors declared them dead.

Abhay Kumar Mishra, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP), Noida, confirmed the death and said the fire brigade had controlled the blaze.

Gas Cylinder Explosion Suspected

According to preliminary information, a gas cylinder may have exploded during the fire, making the situation more serious. However, officials have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the incident.

Police teams also reached the spot and began clearing the area as people gathered near the burning shops. Bystanders were asked to move away from the site to avoid any further danger and allow emergency teams to carry out their work.

Police Keep Crowd Away From Site

Police personnel remained at the location to manage the crowd and prevent people from entering the affected area. Officials took these steps to ensure public safety while the situation was brought under control.

The fire damaged several shops, but the full extent of the losses is not yet known. Further details about the cause of the blaze and any other possible casualties are awaited.