A major fire broke out late Monday night at ILGIM Company, an electronic chip manufacturing unit in Greater Noida. Firefighters and police teams rushed to the factory after receiving reports of the blaze. The fire was brought under control after several hours. During the operation, a factory wall and an iron beam collapsed, seriously injuring five Fire Services personnel. Two later died during treatment.
Fire breaks out at electronic chip manufacturing unit
The incident took place at ILGIM Company in the Ecotech-3 Police Station area of Greater Noida. The fire started late Monday night and quickly spread inside the factory.
After receiving information about the incident, Fire Services personnel and police teams reached the spot and began firefighting operations. The fire continued for several hours before it was finally brought under control, IANS reported.
Wall collapse turns rescue operation tragic
During the firefighting operation, a side wall of the factory suddenly collapsed. An iron beam also fell, trapping and injuring several Fire Services personnel.
Five firefighters suffered serious injuries in the accident and were rushed for medical treatment, IANS reported.
Two firefighters lose their lives
Officials said fireman Rohit Yadav and Chief Fire Operator (Driver) Teerathpal Singh died while undergoing treatment.
Three injured personnel out of danger
Authorities said three injured personnel are currently out of danger.
- Chief Fire Operator (Driver) Rajpal Singh
- Fireman Manish Kumar
- Fireman Amit Kumar
All three are receiving medical care and their condition is reported to be stable.
Investigation and rescue efforts continue
Senior police officials remain at the site along with teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Officials are examining the cause of the fire and assessing the damage caused by the incident.
Authorities are expected to conduct a detailed investigation into the fire and the collapse that led to the loss of two firefighters.
