Fire breaks out at Delhi income tax office, 10 fire tenders rushed to spot
Several people working in the building were evacuated through windows using ladders, a fire department official said.
A fire broke out at the Income Tax Office (ITO) building in the national capital on Tuesday.
Several people working in the building were evacuated through windows using ladders, a fire department official said.
Sharing the details, the Director of Delhi Fire Service (DFS) said a call regarding the blaze at CR building, ITO opposite the old Delhi Police Headquarters was received at 2:25 p.m.
“A total of 21 fire tenders have been rushed to the spot,” said Garg.
Another fire department official said that people were evacuated quickly.
The Income Tax Department took to microblogging site X (formerly Twitter) to share the details.
A tragic fire incident occurred today in the Central Revenue building, New Delhi.
- The fire broke out in room no. 325 and adjoining room, primarily used for administrative purposes.
- Immediate evacuation was carried out and fire brigades were promptly called in.
- No physical…— Income Tax India (@IncomeTaxIndia) May 14, 2024
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