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Fire Breaks Out at Closed VR Punjab Mall in Kharar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 02:32 PM
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A fire erupted in the shuttered VR Punjab Mall in Kharar, Punjab. Firefighters were dispatched to contain the blaze and assess damage.
A blaze ignited inside the VR Punjab Mall located in Kharar, Punjab, while the shopping complex was closed to the public. Local fire services arrived promptly after the alarm was raised and began tackling the flames.
Preliminary reports indicate that the fire started in an area of the mall that was not in active use, and there were no shoppers or staff present at the time. Firefighters managed to bring the fire under control within a few hours, preventing it from spreading to adjacent structures.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the incident and to assess any structural damage. No injuries have been reported, and the mall remains closed pending further safety inspections.
The incident has raised concerns among local residents and business owners about fire safety protocols in vacant commercial properties.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Preliminary reports indicate that the fire started in an area of the mall that was not in active use, and there were no shoppers or staff present at the time. Firefighters managed to bring the fire under control within a few hours, preventing it from spreading to adjacent structures.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the incident and to assess any structural damage. No injuries have been reported, and the mall remains closed pending further safety inspections.
The incident has raised concerns among local residents and business owners about fire safety protocols in vacant commercial properties.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.