Major fire in Gwalior house, dense smoke engulfs area:Several feared trapped; rescue teams break windows

A fire broke out in a house in the Kotwali police station area of Gwalior around 4 pm on Sunday, triggering panic in the neighbourhood. Authorities fear that some people may be trapped inside the house. Rescue teams are carrying out operations to evacuate them safely. According to eyewitnesses, thick smoke and flames began rising from the house soon after the fire started. Local residents immediately alerted the police and the fire department. Several fire tenders reached the spot shortly after and began efforts to control the blaze. Firefighters are attempting to enter the house by breaking windows to reach those possibly trapped inside. Police and fire department teams are jointly conducting the rescue operation, while nearby residents are also assisting in the relief efforts. See Photos As soon as information about the incident was received, the police administration also reached the spot and is helping in the rescue work while controlling the crowd. The cause of the fire has not been ascertained yet. Firefighters are engaged in efforts to control the fire and safely evacuate people trapped inside. The news is being continuously updated.