Mumbai Fire Cases Spike on Day After Diwali, 1,000 Calls, 2 Deaths in 5 Days

Mumbai saw a sharp rise in fire cases on the day following Diwali, with authorities reporting a record number of incidents that day. The city’s fire services logged approximately 1,000 emergency calls during the five‑day span that began after the festival. Two people lost their lives in separate fire outbreaks, highlighting the risks associated with celebratory fireworks and cooking. In response, the Mumbai Fire Brigade intensified patrols and conducted safety briefings for residents in high‑risk neighbourhoods.