Mumbai : A devastating fire broke out at the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Mumbai today, causing major destruction of vital documents and office furnishings.
The fire, which is believed to have started due to an electrical short circuit, spread rapidly, engulfing important files and equipment before firefighters managed to contain it. Emergency crews responded promptly and fought the blaze for several hours.
Fortunately, no casualties have been reported. However, officials warn that the destruction of sensitive legal and financial records could severely impact ongoing investigations.
Authorities are currently evaluating the full scale of the damage, while forensic experts are investigating the exact cause of the incident. With the ED office handling several high-profile cases, concerns are mounting about possible disruptions to critical probes.
Further details are awaited as the investigation continues.
