Seven people have died in the fire incident that broke out in 20-storeyed Kamala building near Mumbai’s Bhatia hospital in Tardeo, said Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Rescue operations underway. Pics/Bipin Kokate

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The blaze erupted around 7 am in Kamala building located opposite Gandhi Hospital at Gowalia Tank, the official BMC said. Pic/Bipin Kokate
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The fire broke out on its 18th floor. On being alerted, the fire brigade personnel and police rushed the spot. Pic/Bipin Kokate

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Thirteen fire engines, seven water jetties, among others, are involved in the firefighting operation. Pic/Bipin Kokate
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Mumabi Mayor Kishori Pednekar was present at the spot today morning. Six old age people needed oxygen support system and have been shifted to the hospital, she said. Pic/Bipin Kokate

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There are at least six flats on each floor. The blaze engulfed the 18th and 19th floors and some residents were trapped there. Pic/Bipin Kokate
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Soon after the fire broke out on the 18th floor, residents started running out with their family members. Pic/Bipin Kokate

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According to the official, the firefighting and rescue operation is still on. Pic/Bipin Kokate
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Mumbai police deployed at Kamala building in Tardeo, Mumbai. Pic/Bipin Kokate

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Rescure operations at Kamala building. Pic/Bipin Kokate
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