At least 60 kiosks were gutted after a massive fire broke out in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk early on Thursday, an official said, adding that there has been no casualty. Thirteen fire engines have been rushed to the spot to douse the flames. The fire in Lajpat Rai market, which is located opposite to the Red Fort, started around 4.43 am.
The fire engulfed around 60 “khokas” (kiosks) in the market, police said. A call about the fire at New Lajpat Rai Market was received around 4.43 am and 13 fire tenders were rushed to the spot, said Delhi Fire Services Director Atul Garg said.
The fire has been doused and the cooling process is underway, he said. Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Sagar Singh Kalsi said, “The fire was brought under control by 7 am. Prima facie, a short-circuit seems to have caused the fire. Legal action will be initiated as per complaints.” New Lajpat Rai market is famous for clothes and utensils.
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