Massive blaze erupts at Ameerpet Shopping Complex in Hyderabad

A massive fire broke out at a shopping complex in Hyderabad's bustling Ameerpet area on Thursday, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and causing panic among shop owners and commuters.

Firefighters rushed to the scene after receiving alerts about the blaze and launched an extensive operation to prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent commercial establishments. Multiple fire tenders were deployed to contain the flames.

Officials confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. The timely evacuation of the building and swift response by emergency services helped avert a major tragedy.

Preliminary reports suggest that the fire may have originated in a commercial section of the complex before spreading rapidly due to the presence of combustible materials. The exact cause of the blaze is yet to be determined.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, while traffic movement in the surrounding area was affected due to firefighting operations and heavy smoke.