A fatal fire erupted near Sher-e-Punjab Society in Andheri East, caused by illegal excavation that damaged an MGL gas pipeline. The blaze resulted in the death of 22-year-old Aman Saroj, who succumbed to severe burns within 36 hours, while two others remain hospitalised with significant injuries. (Pics/Shadab Khan)
Updated On: 2025-03-11 10:42 AM IST
Compiled by : Anisha Shrivastava
Shiv Sena leader Amit Matondkar blamed the lack of communication with MGL for the incident, stating that the tragedy could have been avoided had proper protocol been followed. Aman Saroj’s family have demanded justice, with his relative Raysaheb Saroj stating that Aman and his friend panicked when the fire erupted, leading to fatal consequences.
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