Massive Fire Destroys Oshiwara Furniture Market, Causing ₹20 Crore Loss

Over 400 shops and godowns were burned down in the Mumbai market; no injuries were reported, and investigations into the cause are ongoing.

The fire, classified as a Level 2 emergency, broke out around 11:30 AM on February 11, 2025, in the Kurla Compound of Oshiwara Furniture Market, Jogeshwari West.
Over 400 shops and godowns were destroyed, with estimated damages exceeding ₹20 crore, as shop owners struggled to salvage their goods.
The blaze, fueled by wooden materials, chemicals, and gas cylinder explosions, was extinguished by 6:00 PM using eight fire engines and ten water tankers.
No injuries were reported, though 12 to 15 residents were rescued; authorities are investigating the cause, with suspicions including short circuits and safety non-compliance.
The market, known for recurring fires, faces redevelopment pressures, with some locals alleging builder involvement, though no foul play has been confirmed.