According to initial reports, the fire started in vehicles parked in the parking area. It gradually spread throughout the five-story building.
Updated: June 12, 2026, 8:39 AM IST
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New Delhi: Three people died after a fire broke out in a building in Delhi’s Tughlakabad area, while six people were rescued and have all been hospitalised. According to initial reports, the fire started in vehicles parked in the parking area. It gradually spread throughout the five-story building. Firefighters rescued the occupants by cutting open the lock on the roof access door.
The fire department reported receiving emergency calls between 2:35 AM and 2:37 AM on Thursday. The fire broke out in a building located in Lane No. 1, near Tara Apartments.
Firefighters launched a rescue operation after receiving reports that several people were trapped inside the building. The fire was brought under control by 3:45 AM.
