Four Dead in Fire at Shoe Factory in Delhi’s Mangolpuri Industrial Area

A fire broke out on Friday, 30 October 2026, at a shoe factory located at B‑293/294 in the Mangolpuri Industrial Area, Phase‑1, Delhi. The blaze started around 9:30 p.m. and quickly spread through the premises. Firefighters and police arrived promptly and deployed about 20 water tenders to control the flames.

Six workers were found unconscious inside the factory. All were transported to Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Mangolpuri for treatment. Four of the six succumbed to injuries, while the remaining two are still receiving medical care.

Police officials confirmed that rescue and search operations are ongoing. They also stated that appropriate legal action will be taken in accordance with the law.

The incident highlights the need for stringent fire safety measures in industrial units, especially in densely populated areas. Authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the fire and review compliance with fire safety regulations.

For verification, the incident was reported by the Delhi Police and the Delhi Fire Service, and details were corroborated by the news outlet The Hindu.