Published on: September 10, 2025 2:12 AM
At least three people were injured after being trapped under the rubble when a fire erupted and a loud blast caused the collapse of a three-story factory in the New Karachi industrial area on Tuesday mourning.
According to M Humayun, Chief Fire Officer of Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), the explosion caused widespread chaos in the area, prompting immediate rescue operations, media channels reported.
Officials confirmed that the factory, a three-story building, completely collapsed following the explosion.
The intense fire that broke out before the blast further hampered rescue efforts, making it difficult for emergency teams to access the site, the officer added.
The structure, severely damaged by the blast, left a massive pile of rubble, with reports indicating that several workers may still be trapped beneath the debris.
Rescue teams, alongside firefighters, have been working tirelessly to clear the rubble and rescue any remaining survivors.
M Humayun, Chief Fire Officer of KMC, expressed concern over the extent of the damage, stating that the building’s collapse was catastrophic. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, and authorities are focusing on locating any trapped workers as quickly as possible.
Sindh Minister for Industries and Commerce, Jam Ikramullah Dharejo has taken notice of the fire and subsequent collapse of a garments factory building in the New Karachi Industrial Area on Tuesday.
The minister also directed the Managing Director of SITE to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident. Dharejo emphasized that factory owners are responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of their workers. He instructed that all necessary measures be taken to prevent fire incidents in industrial units.
He also ordered legal action against factory owners who fail to comply with safety protocols and stressed that the safety of workers must remain the top priority.
The minister further directed that all injured individuals in the garments factory fire be provided with immediate and comprehensive medical assistance.
