Hyderabad: Fire broke out at a coaching centre near Maitrivanam in Ameerpet area on Friday morning, triggering panic and prompting a large-scale rescue operation.
Flames erupted on the fourth floor of the Neelagiri Block building. Thick smoke quickly engulfed the premises. Police and fire department personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.
Rescue teams began evacuating students trapped inside the institute. Fire personnel used ladders to bring students down from balconies as entry and exit points remained inaccessible.
Ameerpet fire rescue turns challenging
Commercial establishments operate on the lower floors of the building. Moreover, large hoardings surround the structure, making rescue efforts difficult. Therefore, teams deployed safety nets to prevent injuries in case anyone slipped.
Students and employees gathered near the building and assisted authorities in the ongoing operation. Meanwhile, officials continued efforts to control the flames and clear the smoke from the upper floors.
Authorities are assessing the situation as rescue operations continue.