Major Blaze Erupts in Noida Commercial Building, Multiple Injuries Reported

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Massive fire in commercial building
- Injuries reported, with three in critical condition
- Fire originated in a showroom on the ground floor
- Residents attempted to escape, leading to chaos
- Authorities have not provided an official statement
Noida, April 1 (NationPress) A significant fire erupted in a commercial structure in Sector-18 of Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday, instilling fear among residents in the vicinity.
Images and clips of this catastrophic fire have gone viral online, showing individuals attempting to escape by climbing out of windows and using ropes.
Reports indicate that the fire ignited in a showroom on the ground floor of a commercial establishment named Krishna Apara Plaza situated in Atta Market, Sector-18, Noida.
It is believed that the blaze rapidly spread throughout the building.
In a state of panic, many individuals fled to the rooftop, while others sought to escape by descending from the windows.
Upon receiving the distress call, six fire brigade vehicles promptly arrived at the scene to initiate rescue operations.
As of now, the precise cause of the fire remains unknown.
Reports confirm that seven individuals sustained injuries in the incident, with three in critical condition. All the injured have been transferred to local hospitals for treatment.
The intense flames and smoke created a wave of panic, leading to chaos in the surrounding area.
Despite this incident, there has been no official statement from local authorities. Residents have noted that similar fire incidents have occurred in this area previously, yet sufficient safety measures have not been implemented.
Fire brigade teams and administrative officials are currently evaluating the damage while working to extinguish the fire.
Preliminary assessments suggest that numerous shops and offices have experienced substantial losses due to the fire.
Just days prior, a video surfaced of a fire in a PG residence in Greater Noida, where two young women were seen leaping from a balcony to escape the flames.