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Fire breaks out at Modi Mattress factory in Jalandhar, explosions heard
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 10:17 AM
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A massive fire erupted early Thursday at the Modi Mattress plant on Basti Peer Dad Road in Jalandhar, with several explosions reported and chemicals hampering firefighting efforts.
A fierce blaze broke out on Thursday morning at the Modi Mattress factory located on Basti Peer Dad Road in Jalandhar, Punjab. Witnesses said the fire was accompanied by a series of loud explosions that rattled the surrounding neighbourhood.
Fire‑fighting teams from the municipal corporation arrived quickly, but the presence of industrial chemicals inside the plant slowed their efforts to bring the flames under control. Thick smoke and the risk of further explosions forced responders to adopt a cautious approach.
As of the latest updates, no injuries have been officially reported, and authorities are focusing on containing the fire and preventing it from spreading to nearby structures. The extent of damage to the factory and its inventory is still being assessed.
Police have cordoned off the area and opened an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Residents have been advised to stay clear of the site until the situation is fully resolved.
Fire‑fighting teams from the municipal corporation arrived quickly, but the presence of industrial chemicals inside the plant slowed their efforts to bring the flames under control. Thick smoke and the risk of further explosions forced responders to adopt a cautious approach.
As of the latest updates, no injuries have been officially reported, and authorities are focusing on containing the fire and preventing it from spreading to nearby structures. The extent of damage to the factory and its inventory is still being assessed.
Police have cordoned off the area and opened an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Residents have been advised to stay clear of the site until the situation is fully resolved.