KARACHI: The All Pakistan Anjuman-e-Tajiran Sindh (APATS) has announced a three-day mourning period following the devastating Gul Plaza fire, which resulted in significant human and financial losses. APATS President Javed Qureshi expressed deep sorrow over the death of a firefighter who lost his life during the rescue operation and urged the federal and provincial governments […]
Gul Plaza fire
Six dead, over 55 missing in Karachi Gul Plaza fire
As many as 56 people remain missing after a massive fire broke out late Saturday night at the Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi. The blaze has so far claimed six lives, including that of a firefighter, and left at least 30 others injured, said officials. Firefighters are continuing efforts to […]
Karachi Gul Plaza fire 77 percent contained, rescue ongoing
Firefighting teams have brought 77 percent of the massive blaze at Gul Plaza under control, but officials say it is impossible to predict when the fire will be fully extinguished. Sindh Rescue 1122 Chief Operating Officer Dr Abid Jalal confirmed that operations continue, emphasizing the dangers posed by collapsed sections of the building and lingering […]
PM expresses grief over Karachi Gul plaza fire; order immediate relief
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow over the deadly fire at Gul Plaza on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi, calling the incident tragic and deeply distressing. He emphasized that protecting citizens’ lives and property remains the government’s highest priority. Moreover, he said the state stands shoulder to shoulder with affected families. As a result, […]