A massive fire broke out at a dyeing company in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, early Friday morning, engulfing the industrial area in thick black smoke and triggering panic among locals and workers. According to officials, the fire originated at the Mangal Murti Dyeing Company, located in the Saravali MIDC area of Kon village.

The blaze, which reportedly started around 9 a.m., rapidly spread through the company’s ground-plus-two-storey building, where extensive cloth dyeing work was being carried out. Within minutes, flames engulfed the entire structure, sending plumes of smoke billowing into the sky and creating an atmosphere of chaos in the vicinity.

Firefighting Operation Underway in Bhiwandi’s Industrial Belt

Upon receiving an emergency call, fire tenders from Bhiwandi, Kalyan, Dombivli, and Thane rushed to the scene and immediately began firefighting operations.
Officials confirmed that multiple fire engines and teams were deployed to contain the rapidly spreading blaze.

Saquib Kharbe, Chief of the Bhiwandi Nizampur City Municipal Corporation’s Disaster Management Cell, said that two fire engines were initially dispatched, but additional reinforcements were summoned as the magnitude of the fire became apparent.

“The fire is big,” Kharbe stated, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. “More units have been called in from Thane and Kalyan to assist our teams.”

Fortunately, no casualties or injuries have been reported so far. Police personnel and fire department officials remain stationed at the site, closely monitoring the situation and ensuring that nearby structures are not affected.

The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and an investigation is underway to ascertain what triggered the sudden outbreak.

Bhiwandi: Industrial Safety Concerns Rise After Recent Fire Incidents

Bhiwandi, known as one of Maharashtra’s major textile and dyeing hubs, has witnessed multiple fire-related incidents in recent months.
The latest fire at Mangal Murti Dyeing Company has once again raised questions about fire safety standards and industrial preparedness in the region’s dyeing and textile units, many of which operate in densely packed industrial zones with limited safety infrastructure.

Local authorities have reportedly begun reviewing safety protocols across factories in the Saravali MIDC area to prevent future tragedies.

#WATCH | Maharashtra: A massive fire breaks out at a dyeing company in Saravali MIDC area of Bhiwandi. Fire tenders present at the spot and firefighting oeprations are underway. No injuries or casualties have been reported so far. pic.twitter.com/U2uUif3Ycj— ANI (@ANI) November 7, 2025

Navi Mumbai Blaze: Five Scrap Godowns Destroyed in Airoli Fire

In a separate incident on Thursday, a massive fire broke out in five scrap godowns in the Airoli area of Navi Mumbai, causing extensive property damage but, fortunately, no loss of life.

According to Sachin Kadam, Chief of the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation Disaster Management Cell, the blaze took more than two hours to bring under control.
The fire, which erupted near a slum settlement, spread rapidly—reportedly fueled by a cylinder blast, as claimed by local residents.

“The fire spread quickly due to a cylinder explosion,” Kadam said, confirming that the flames had caused heavy destruction to godowns storing plastic and cardboard waste.

The Airoli Fire Station received the first alert at 2:51 p.m., reporting a fire in a chawl opposite the Sunshine Hotel. Within minutes, the flames spread to the neighboring godowns, which contained highly flammable scrap materials.

Fire brigades from Koparkhairane, Nerul, and Vashi were immediately dispatched to assist in the operation. A JCB machine was also called in to clear debris and help firefighters access the inner parts of the burning godowns.

By 5:18 p.m., the fire was successfully brought under control, and cooling operations were underway to prevent any flare-ups.

Kadam confirmed that multiple agencies collaborated during the operation, ensuring the blaze was contained before reaching nearby residential structures.

Mumbai Fire in Residential Building: No Injuries Reported

Just a day before the Bhiwandi and Airoli incidents, another fire was reported in Mumbai’s Vikhroli (West) area on Wednesday evening. The blaze broke out on the sixth floor of Swapnapurti CHS, a seven-storey residential building located on Hiranandani Link Road in Sagar Nagar.

The Mumbai Fire Brigade received the alert at 7:19 p.m. and immediately dispatched tenders to the spot.
Firefighters acted swiftly and managed to douse the flames within ten minutes, by 7:30 p.m., preventing the fire from spreading to other floors.

Officials confirmed that no injuries or casualties occurred during the incident. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.

A Week of Fires Across Maharashtra: A Grim Reminder of Safety Gaps

The string of fire incidents—in Bhiwandi, Navi Mumbai, and Vikhroli—within just three days underscores the growing concerns over industrial and residential fire safety across Maharashtra’s urban clusters.

While all three fires fortunately resulted in no loss of human life, they caused significant property damage and exposed potential lapses in safety compliance, equipment maintenance, and emergency readiness.

Experts suggest that several factories in Thane district and Navi Mumbai operate in congested areas with limited fire exits and outdated equipment, making them vulnerable to large-scale accidents. The latest incidents have prompted local bodies to re-examine fire preparedness protocols in both industrial and residential zones.

Authorities Urge Vigilance and Safety Audits

In the aftermath of these fires, municipal authorities and fire departments across Maharashtra have urged factory owners and housing societies to conduct routine safety audits, check fire alarms and extinguishers, and comply with all fire safety norms.

Residents and industrial workers are being reminded to stay alert, especially during the winter and festive months, when electrical loads and factory activity tend to increase, often leading to overheating and potential fire hazards.

Officials said that detailed investigations will soon determine whether negligence, short-circuit, or other technical faults were responsible for the Bhiwandi and Navi Mumbai fires.

A Call for Stronger Fire Safety Enforcement

The back-to-back fire incidents in Bhiwandi, Navi Mumbai, and Mumbai serve as a critical reminder of the urgent need for stricter safety regulations and regular inspections across Maharashtra’s densely industrialized zones.

While prompt action by fire brigades helped prevent casualties, the scale of destruction in these blazes highlights the vulnerability of urban industrial hubs. As investigations continue, authorities are expected to intensify checks to ensure compliance with fire norms and safeguard lives and property.

With inputs from agencies

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