Fire Breaks Out in Mumbai Store, Firefighter Injured

A fire broke out early Friday morning at a shop in Worli, Mumbai, injuring a firefighter during the response efforts. The blaze caused extensive damage to the store's contents, including electrical wiring and equipment. Firefighters and police quickly arrived to manage the situation, and the injured firefighter was taken to the hospital. The fire was extinguished by 7:15 AM, and an investigation is underway to uncover the cause of the incident. Read on for more details about this alarming event.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 23, 2025, 11:20 IST

Fire Incident in Worli, Mumbai

In the early hours of Friday, a fire erupted at a shop located in the Gandhi Nagar area of Worli, Mumbai, resulting in injuries to a firefighter during the rescue efforts, as reported by an official.

The blaze reportedly started around 4:45 AM. The fire caused significant damage to the shop, affecting electrical wiring, equipment, various goods, stationery, clothing, computers, and even a motorcycle.

Upon receiving the alert, teams from the fire department and police quickly arrived at the scene to initiate firefighting operations. During these efforts, firefighter Ajindra Sawant sustained an injury to his hand and was promptly taken to Nair Hospital for treatment. The official noted that the fire was brought under control by approximately 7:15 AM. An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the fire.