Karachi: At least six people died and over forty others were injured when a fire erupted in a building on M A Jinnah Road in Karachi. Rescue teams, including those from KMC, Pak Navy, Rangers, and firefighters, are actively working to control the fire and evacuate stranded individuals.

According to Radio Pakistan, Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori visited the site and directed authorities to expedite the firefighting operations. Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah have also instructed officials to utilize all available resources to bring the fire under control.

The Sindh government has established a helpline for the public's convenience. Information regarding the incident and missing persons can be reported to the office of Deputy Commissioner South at the following numbers: 03135048048, 02199206372, and 02199205625.

In addition, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has ordered an inquiry into the Karachi incident. He has instructed the Commissioner of Karachi to submit a detailed report after determining the cause of the fire and has called for strict action against those found responsible.