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A devastating fire at the Karachi’s Gul Plaza has left a trail of grief, with families searching for their loved ones. The fire, which raged for 33 hours, was finally brought under control last night. However, the aftermath has been nothing short of traumatic for the families of those who lost their lives in the inferno.
The bodies of 30 people were recovered from the Mezzanine floor of a shop, taking the overall death toll to 61. The families of the victims are still reeling from the loss, with many still searching for their loved ones. They claim that those trapped inside the building had repeatedly called for help, begging to be rescued before it was too late.
The inquiry into the fire has been marred by controversy, with many questioning the delayed response of the rescue teams. The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) South Asad Reza said that the bodies of 30 people were recovered from the Mezzanine floor, all from a single shop. The victims had barricaded themselves inside the shop in a desperate bid to save themselves.
The DIG also revealed that the last mobile location of the victims was on the Mezzanine floor, and that the rescue operation was temporarily halted on the third floor due to the presence of people. The debris removal operation was also suspended to facilitate the rescue efforts.
Meanwhile, the provincial government has formed a special committee to investigate the incident. MQM leader Mustafa Kamal has questioned the competence of the Sindh government, asking if corruption and nepotism were not at play. He also criticized the PPP, saying that the party had failed to deliver on its promises.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for justice for the victims and their families. In a related development, the government has announced a special committee to investigate the fire, and the rescue efforts are still ongoing.
In other news, the US Ambassador to Pakistan has vowed to continue working with the Board of Peace to resolve the issues facing the country. The Islamabad Stock Exchange has also seen a significant rise in trading, with many investors betting on the prospects of the Pakistani economy.
The country is also bracing for severe weather conditions, with a cold wave sweeping across the northern regions. The Sindh government has warned of a severe cold snap, with temperatures expected to drop to as low as 10°C. The city’s traffic has come to a grinding halt, with many families stuck in their cars for hours due to the heavy traffic.
In a separate incident, a man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his wife in a case related to the kidnapping and murder of a police officer. The accused had been on the run for several years, and was finally caught after a prolonged manhunt.
In other news, the United Arab Emirates has announced a new plan to combat the severe water shortage in the country. The plan includes the use of artificial rain to replenish the country’s water reserves.
Finally, a Bollywood actress has spoken out about the societal pressures she faced when she decided to pursue a career in acting. She revealed that her mother had threatened to cut off her hands if she didn’t abandon her acting ambitions. The actress has since spoken out about the need for greater acceptance of women in the entertainment industry.
