New Delhi, August 7, 2023: Chaos ensued as a fire broke out in the emergency ward of the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, on Monday afternoon. The prompt response of multiple fire tenders mitigated the situation, and the fire was successfully brought under control within an hour, according to the fire department.
The incident unfolded on the second floor of the main building, specifically in the endoscopy room, which led to the swift evacuation of all patients present. A fire call was received from AIIMS’ emergency ward at 11:54 am, and the Delhi Fire Services immediately dispatched eight fire tenders to battle the blaze.
Visuals captured the dramatic scene as patients were efficiently relocated to safer areas on the hospital premises. The fire’s containment was achieved, but the search operation continued as authorities ensured every corner was secured.
AIIMS, situated on Sri Aurobindo Marg in Delhi’s Ansari Nagar East, is a pivotal public medical research university and hospital, renowned as one of the nation’s premier government healthcare institutions. With approximately 30,000 patients from across the country seeking medical care daily, the institution plays a critical role in healthcare delivery.
As the fire department’s efforts quelled the flames and ensured the safety of patients and staff, the resilience of AIIMS and the dedication of its personnel to preserving public health shone through.
