Massive Fire Engulfs Plastic Factory in Delhi’s Narela Bhorgarh Industrial Area, Fire Tenders Rush to Scene

A massive fire broke out at a plastic factory in the Narela Bhorgarh Industrial Area of Delhi on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, prompting an immediate response from emergency services with at least 19 fire tenders rushed to the scene to contain the flames.

The incident occurred in the morning hours, with thick plumes of smoke visible rising from the factory premises, causing panic among nearby residents and workers. Local authorities were alerted quickly and firefighting teams arrived promptly to begin operations aimed at bringing the blaze under control and preventing its spread to adjacent structures in the industrial zone.

Fire service officials confirmed that the blaze had spread across multiple floors of the factory building, necessitating a Category 6 rescue operation — the highest level of response for such incidents — due to the scale of the fire and potential risks to life and property. Emergency personnel established safety perimeters and coordinated efforts to evacuate any individuals in the vicinity while focusing on suppressing the fire.

As of the latest reports, no casualties have been recorded in connection with the incident. Rescue and firefighting teams continued their efforts to fully extinguish the flames and cool down hotspots to prevent re-ignition. Officials stated that a detailed investigation into the origin and cause of the fire would be launched once the situation is completely stabilized and safe for investigators to access the site.

The Narela Bhorgarh Industrial Area has experienced similar industrial fire incidents in recent months, including a fire at a shoe factory in the same locality on the same day, which also prompted a significant emergency response. However, each incident is being treated as a separate event pending official inquiries.

Local residents and business owners in the area expressed concern over the recurring nature of such incidents, calling for stricter enforcement of safety regulations and regular safety audits in industrial units handling flammable materials like plastics. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the affected area until normal conditions are restored and have assured that all necessary measures are being taken to manage the emergency effectively.