Fire Breaks Out at Ministry of Education Office in Delhi, No Casualties Reported

A fire broke out on the second floor of the Ministry of Education office located within the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) campus in central Delhi's ITO area on Monday, prompting a swift response from emergency services.

According to officials, the Delhi Fire Service received a call about the blaze at around 9:37 a.m. and immediately dispatched eight fire tenders to the spot. Firefighting operations were underway at the time of reporting.

No casualties or injuries have been reported, officials said.

Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the fire . Fire officials are expected to conduct a detailed investigation once the blaze is fully extinguished. Preliminary assessments regarding the source of the fire, including the possibility of an electrical fault or technical malfunction , have not been officially confirmed.

The extent of property damage is also yet to be assessed. Officials said an evaluation would be carried out after the site is declared safe for inspection. The office houses administrative records and government infrastructure, raising concerns about potential losses, although no official estimate of the damage has been released.

The incident has once again highlighted the importance of regular fire safety audits in government buildings . Public offices often handle critical documents, electronic records, and large numbers of employees, making compliance with fire safety norms essential. Experts have repeatedly stressed the need for periodic inspections of electrical systems, fire alarms, emergency exits, and firefighting equipment to reduce risks and improve emergency preparedness.

Further details are awaited as firefighting and assessment operations continue .