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In the aftermath of the devastating fire that ravaged Karachi’s iconic M.A. Jinnah Road, a relentless search operation is underway to retrieve bodies and debris from the charred remains of the once-thriving Gloria Plaza. Chief Fire Officer Hameed Khan revealed that a substantial amount of cash was recovered during the search operation, which has been handed over to relevant authorities. In a poignant interview with Geo News, a local businessman shared that iron rods and other valuable items were being retrieved from various shops in the area.
The search operation, which is currently underway on the mezzanine floor of the Gloria Plaza, has led to the recovery of 30 bodies, bringing the total death toll to 61. Deputy Commissioner Sohail Saeed Khowaja expressed hope that one thing will come out of this tragedy: accountability. He revealed that two dumpers, which were being used to remove debris from the site, have gone missing, but efforts are underway to locate them.
However, Additional IG Karachi, Azad Khan, has denied reports that the two dumpers have gone missing. In a shocking revelation, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) South Asad Reza disclosed that 30 bodies were recovered from a single shop on the mezzanine floor, which was used as a temporary shelter by people trying to escape the inferno.
The tragedy of the Gloria Plaza has left a trail of heart-wrenching stories, with many still searching for loved ones who went missing in the fire. DIG South Asad Reza revealed that the last known mobile location of the missing individuals was at the site of the tragedy. Rescue operations were temporarily suspended on the third floor after receiving information about people being trapped.
As the search operation continues, the people of Karachi are bracing for a severe cold wave, with winds blowing at a speed of 20 km/h. Residents are struggling to cope with the extreme cold, with many families stuck in traffic for hours.
In related news, the Sindh government has announced that it will conduct an investigation into the fire, with a special committee set up to probe the incident. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a warning of light to moderate rain showers in various parts of the country, including Sindh and Punjab.
In a separate incident, a woman has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering her husband in a court in Sargodha. The woman, who was involved in several serious crimes, including murder, kidnapping, and robbery, has been handed over to the authorities.
In other news, the World Bank has launched an investigation into several projects in Sindh, after a member of the MQM filed a complaint with the National Accountability Bureau (NAB).
The situation is still unfolding, with authorities working tirelessly to recover bodies and debris from the Gloria Plaza site.
