Gul Plaza Fire: Karachi Markets to Remain Closed in Mourning

Saddar market traders announced to shut the markets today to mourn the Gul Plaza tragedy. More bodies came out of the burnt building overnight. Losses run into billions. Shopkeepers, workers, and families now wait for answers after the Gul Plaza Karachi fire.

The Gul Plaza Karachi fire has pushed traders across the city into mourning. Electronics Dealers Association President Rizwan Irfan announced the closure of markets today. He made the call to show solidarity with affected shopkeepers and workers.

He said the fire caused billions of rupees in losses. Many shopkeepers and workers were inside the building when flames spread.

Gul Plaza Karachi Fire Ends

Gul Plaza Fire: Death Toll and Injuries

Rescue teams pulled two more bodies from the burnt structure. The Gul Plaza Fire death toll now stands at 14. Hospitals are treating injured people for burns and smoke-related issues.

Rescue work continues as teams clear debris from unsafe sections.

Fire Gutted 1,200 Shops in Saddar

The fire broke out on Saturday night at Gul Plaza in Karachi’s Saddar area. Flames destroyed all 1,200 shops inside the building. Traders lost inventory, savings, and daily income in hours.

The Gul Plaza Karachi fire has left hundreds of families without work.

This is one of the biggest tragedies of Karachi. The Gul Plaza Fire now stands as another reminder of weak safety checks in old commercial buildings.