In a devastating turn of events, Karachi’s bustling mobile market faced a catastrophic fire, resulting in substantial financial losses running into millions of rupees. The incident unfolded in key marketplaces, including Shah Jahan Market, Bismillah Market, and Mutasil Market.
The Chairman of the Electronics Dealers Association, Manhaj Gulfam, expressed concern over the unprecedented incident. While the precise cause of the fire remains unknown, initial reports suggest that the narrow alleyways within the market may have contributed to the rapid spread of the flames, engulfing neighboring shops.
Emergency response teams, consisting of 10 firefighting vehicles, successfully brought the fire under control in the mobile merchandise section. Efforts are currently underway for the cooling process to prevent any potential rekindling of the flames.
Authorities are actively investigating the root causes of the fire in the mobile market president. The incident has significantly impacted multiple mobile phone shops, causing substantial financial setbacks.
Sources on the ground report that the inferno consumed merchandise worth millions of rupees in various shops. Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties, marking a stroke of luck amidst the significant material losses.
The Karachi mobile market, known for its vibrant and dynamic business activities, now faces the daunting task of recovery and rebuilding in the aftermath of this unfortunate incident. The Electronics Dealers Association and local authorities are collaborating to assess the extent of the damage and provide necessary support to affected businesses as they embark on the path to restoration.
