New Delhi: A massive fire tore through a cluster of huts near Rithala Metro Station in northwest Delhi late Friday night, leaving two people, including a child, injured and dozens of families displaced, officials said.

According to the Delhi Fire Services (DFS), the blaze was reported at around 10:56 pm from the Bengali Basti area located between Rithala Metro Station and the Delhi Jal Board office. Fire officer S. Dua said the fire was categorised as a “medium” intensity blaze.

Initially, ten fire tenders were rushed to the spot, but as the flames intensified, more units were deployed. Next Article

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