Two fires in Noida on Diwali weekend: unauthorised cracker stall and a mall; no one hurt

A firecracker stall in Noida’s Bhangel market, allegedly running without a licence, caught fire on Saturday, 7 November, and separately at a mall in Greater Noida West, officials said. No one was injured in either fire.

Firefighters across Gautam Budh Nagar district are on extra alert for Deepavali, identifying temporary deployment points so fire engines can reach blazes quickly in crowded markets and residential areas.

Only licensed traders are allowed to sell firecrackers, from designated sites with fire safety arrangements. Unlicensed stalls in busy markets, packed with crackers next to other shops, are one of the biggest fire risks of the festival season.

In an emergency, call 112 or the fire service on 101.