Rs 15 Lakh Worth Footwear Gutted in Fire in Purani Haveli

A fire that broke out in a footwear manufacturing facility at Purani Haveli on Wednesday took four hours to extinguish. No one was injured in the incident. Though the reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained, locals said it could be a short-circuit. 

The fire raged in the manufacturing facility and also the



godown, and around Rs 15 lakh worth material is said to be gutted. “People used to live in the factory and work. They ran the factory without any permissions. It will be safer if they follow protocols and work accordingly,” he said. Police are investigating to find out the cause of fire.