7 injured as fire breaks out at general store in Delhi’s Narela

New Delhi, June 26

Seven people, including two children, were injured after a fire broke out at a general store in outer Delhi’s Narela on Wednesday, Delhi Fire Service (DFS) officials said.

According to the officials, Ayush (8) sustained 20 per cent burns while Vijay (4) suffered 20 per cent burns.

Other victims identified as Mahesh (16) and Raju Ram (15) sustained minor wounds while Bhagwan Swarup (25) suffered 35 per cent burns. Satpal (22) sustained 40 per cent burns, officials said.

Another victim, Amarjeet (23) sustained 80 per cent burns and is said to be in a critical condition.

The fire department said they received a call about the blaze at 4.39 am after which two fire tenders were rushed to the spot.

The blaze was brought under control by 6.45 am, the fire officer said. It is suspected that the fire started from one of the electric meters installed in the general store. — PTI