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Fire Breaks Out at Income Tax Building in Mumbai, Rescue Operations Ongoing
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 03:57 PM
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A blaze engulfed the Income Tax building in Mumbai, prompting ongoing rescue and relief operations.
A fire broke out at the Income Tax building in Mumbai early this morning, forcing the building to be evacuated and triggering a rapid response from local fire and police units.
Firefighters arrived within minutes and worked to control the blaze, while police secured the perimeter and assisted in the evacuation of employees and visitors.
Rescue teams are continuing to search for any occupants who may have been trapped inside, and medical staff are on standby to treat any injuries.
The incident has prompted an investigation into the cause of the fire, with authorities looking into potential electrical faults or other hazards.
Officials have urged residents and workers in the area to remain calm and to follow instructions from emergency services.
Firefighters arrived within minutes and worked to control the blaze, while police secured the perimeter and assisted in the evacuation of employees and visitors.
Rescue teams are continuing to search for any occupants who may have been trapped inside, and medical staff are on standby to treat any injuries.
The incident has prompted an investigation into the cause of the fire, with authorities looking into potential electrical faults or other hazards.
Officials have urged residents and workers in the area to remain calm and to follow instructions from emergency services.