The death toll from the fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall in Karachi, Pakistan, has reached 14 as rescuers discovered eight more bodies at the site. The search for over 70 missing individuals is still ongoing. The massive fire broke out at Gul Plaza on Saturday night, leading to widespread devastation.
People have criticized the Sindh government and Karachi Mayor for the delayed response to the tragedy. Reports indicate that the fire could have been controlled earlier, but due to a delayed and limited response from the authorities, it continued to burn unchecked for hours. Traders and residents in the area have expressed that prompt action from the fire station and other local bodies could have prevented the loss of lives and property.
Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori visited the site to assess the situation and stated that more than 70 people are still missing. He described the situation as a major tragedy and highlighted the urgency of the ongoing search and rescue efforts. The rescue operation, which involved multiple agencies, is now focused on the cooling process and the removal of debris from the site.
South DIG Syed Asad Raza confirmed the completion of the fire safety operation and the commencement of the cooling process by relevant authorities. The rescue operation is ongoing, with further updates expected as the situation unfolds.
