New Delhi: A fire broke out on Thursday (August 14) at the Mother and Child Block of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi. Delhi Fire Services confirmed that 10 fire tenders were deployed to the site to control the blaze. Despite the intensity of the response, thankfully, no casualties have been reported.
The DFS officer said a call regarding the fire was received at around 5.15 pm. “We rushed 10 fire tenders to the hospital, and firefighting operations are ongoing,” he said.
Fire officials acted promptly after the fire was reported, containing the fire efficiently. The fire originated inside the block, and fire tenders arrived swiftly to manage and douse the flames. Emergency procedures were activated to ensure the safety of patients, medical staff, and others present in the vicinity.
AIIMS authorities confirmed that the fire did not cause any injuries or fatalities. Patients and staff were evacuated safely from the affected area, and routine medical operations have been maintained or resumed where possible. The fire caused damage to certain sections, but ongoing efforts are in place to assess and restore the affected facilities.
This incident follows periodic warnings about fire safety vulnerabilities in AIIMS premises. The institute has been conducting fire safety audits and implementing preventive protocols, including regular checks on electrical installations and fire equipment.
