Fire broke out in the Supreme Court complex Today (Dec 2). A major accident was avoided as the fire was extinguished immediately. The fire broke out in the waiting area between Court No. 11 and Court No. 12. The fire broke out due to a short circuit. As soon as the fire started and the smoke started rising, the fire extinguishers were extinguished by the security personnel. Those present said that there was a minor fire. Following the incident, smoke billowed from the spot. Following the incident, proceedings in Court No. 11 were temporarily suspended.
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NEW DELHI: A fire incident occurred today in the Supreme Court of India, sparking concern but ultimately being managed effectively to avert a major accident. The fire broke out in the waiting area situated between Court No. 11 and Court No. 12, reportedly caused by a short circuit.
Authorities acted promptly, and security personnel on-site quickly extinguished the fire using available fire extinguishers.
Eyewitnesses described the incident as a minor blaze, stating,
“As soon as the fire started and the smoke started rising, the fire extinguishers were extinguished by the security personnel.”
The timely response ensured that no significant damage occurred and prevented the situation from escalating further.
Immediately after the incident, smoke emanated from the affected area, creating temporary disruption in court proceedings. As a precautionary measure, “proceedings in Court No. 11 were temporarily suspended” to ensure safety and assess the situation.
Thanks to the swift actions of the Supreme Court’s security team, the situation was brought under control without any casualties or substantial damage. Investigations into the exact cause of the short circuit are expected to follow, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures to avoid similar occurrences in the future.
This incident serves as a reminder of the critical need for stringent safety protocols, especially in high-security and high-activity environments like the Supreme Court complex.
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