A devastating fire engulfed a hotel in New Delhi, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 21 lives. The blaze erupted in the early hours, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. Eyewitnesses described harrowing scenes as guests attempted to escape the flames that rapidly consumed the building.
The Inferno Unleashed
The fire broke out around 3 AM local time at the Arpit Palace Hotel, situated in the bustling Karol Bagh district, a popular area for both tourists and locals alike. Initial reports indicate that the fire may have started due to a short circuit in the hotel’s electrical system. As flames licked up the building, thick black smoke filled the corridors, complicating the desperate efforts of those trapped inside.
Firefighters battled the raging inferno for several hours, their efforts hampered by the building’s narrow staircases and the dense smoke. Rescue operations were launched immediately, with emergency services deploying more than 30 fire engines to the scene. Among the victims were both hotel staff and guests, who found themselves ensnared in a nightmare scenario.
Eyewitness Accounts
Survivors recounted their harrowing experiences, some barely escaping the flames. “I heard screaming and rushed to the window, only to see people jumping from the upper floors,” one witness recounted, visibly shaken. “It was chaos. People were trying to break down doors, but the smoke was too
