A massive fire broke out on Saturday at a large warehouse storing textile waste near the ANG Society on Kharwasa Canal Road in Surat, Gujarat, sparking panic throughout the surrounding neighbourhood.
The fire erupted at an open plot spanning nearly two bighas, where large quantities of waste fabric—locally known as chindi—were reportedly stored illegally. Fueled by the highly combustible material, the flames spread rapidly across the site, raising serious safety concerns for nearby residents and prompting an urgent emergency response.
The local fire department quickly mobilised, dispatching nine fire tenders to the scene. Firefighters deployed continuous water sprays in a strenuous effort to contain the raging inferno and prevent it from spreading further. Following hours of concerted firefighting, crews successfully brought a major portion of the blaze under control, though cooling and containment operations continued at the site to extinguish remaining pockets of fire.
While the exact cause of the blaze remains under investigation, the unauthorised and illegal storage of textile waste at the location is expected to face strict scrutiny from municipal authorities. Initial reports did not immediately provide figures regarding property damage or potential casualties. Officials remain on high alert as they finalise cooling operations and begin a formal probe into the incident.
