‘Thank You For Checking On Us’: Delhi’s Veg Gulati Restaurant After Fire Incident

Delhi’s famous Veg Gulati Restaurant has expressed gratitude to its customers for their support after a fire broke out at the popular eatery, located in Pandara Road area near India Gate, in the early hours on July 17.

According to a Delhi Fire Services official, the fire started at 2:48 AM in the establishment’s dining area and quickly spread to the first floor, news agency PTI reported. Even though no one was injured in the fire, the two other nearby restaurants – Gulati Restaurant and Ichiban had to be closed as a precaution.

As per reports, four fire tenders were deployed to put out the flames, and the situation was under control within an hour. The fire damaged some furniture and other items, but no one was injured.

“We rushed to the spot with five fire tenders and over 35 staffers. The fire had spread to the ground and first floor and adjacent shops. The firemen doused the fire in time and nobody was injured. At the time of the incident, there were no staffers inside. The fire was controlled in time and not much damage was reported,” Atul Garg, Chief of Delhi Fire Services was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.

When the news came out, many distraught customers flocked to social media to express their concerns.

A few hours later, the restaurant issued a statement in a social media post expressing gratitude to customers and well-wishers. The restaurant said that the incident was caused by a short circuit, and the restaurant would be closed for renovations till further notice.

“Thank you for checking on us! We have been receiving various calls and messages from so many of you – our well-wishers and patrons from all over the country. We are truly humbled and grateful,” the post reads.

According to eyewitnesses, the fire started as employees of Veg Gulati were leaving the restaurant after the day’s service.

Gulati Restaurant is a recognised venue for foodies in Delhi, with a loyal following. It started as a dhaba in 1959 and has since expanded into a full-service restaurant.

Veg Gulati is adjacent to the Gulati’s Restaurant on Pandara Road that operates under the same brand. Both restaurants are frequently crowded, especially late at night, with customers often waiting in long queues.