HYDERABAD: A major fire broke out at a garment shop in the NYJ Complex at Madina Chowrasta in the Old City on Thursday morning, triggering panic among local residents.

Fire tenders douse flames after emergency response

Fire department personnel and police rushed to the spot after receiving information about the blaze. Officials said eight fire engines were pressed into service to bring the flames under control.

No casualties reported in early morning incident

Authorities said no injuries were reported in the incident. Officials suspect that the shops had not opened when the fire broke out, helping avert loss of life.

Police have launched an inquiry into the cause of the fire.