A tragic fire at a sofa manufacturing factory in Noida resulted in the deaths of three workers on Tuesday morning. The factory owner has been booked for negligence in connection with this incident.
The fire broke out in a factory that had been non-operational since the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, the victims were using the premises for sofa repair work. Sadly, Gulfam (23), Mazhar Alam (29), and Dilshad (24) were found deceased at the scene. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone III) Ashok Kumar Singh confirmed that they were found charred.
Five fire brigades responded quickly to the emergency. However, despite their efforts, they could not save the three workers. Initial investigations suggest the fire started due to a short circuit. There are allegations that the factory lacked adequate safety measures.
Gulfam’s brother-in-law reported the case to the police. He accused the factory owner of gross negligence, highlighting the absence of proper fire safety arrangements in the facility.
Police have registered a case against the owner under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Charges include sections 289 (negligent conduct with respect to machinery) and 106 (causing death by negligence). Authorities are actively investigating to piece together the events leading up to the fire. They will also check for any additional safety protocol violations.
The factory had not operated regularly since the pandemic began. This raises concerns about factory owners’ responsibilities for maintaining safety standards, even when their premises are partially in use. This incident serves as a reminder of the critical importance of adhering to fire safety regulations. Implementing basic safety precautions is essential to prevent future tragedies.
The local community has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the loss of life. They are calling for stricter enforcement of safety norms to prevent similar incidents. Police investigations continue, and authorities aim to ensure accountability for the negligence that led to this heartbreaking event.
