Delhi Anaj Mandi fire: 43 killed, 21 critical in massive fire

New Delhi : At least 43 people have been killed and over 21 have been injured in one of the deadliest fire incident in Delhi. A six-storey factory in the Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road was gutted into fire with laborers sleeping inside it.

Over 50 people were working inside the building when the blaze broke out, they said. A call about the fire was received at 5.22am following which 30 fire engines were rushed to the spot. Fire officials said 56 people who were trapped had been rescued and were rushed to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital and Hindu Rao Hospital.