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Massive Fire Destroys Shubhada Polymers Factory in Navi Mumbai

The blaze, which began late Friday, required over 12 hours to extinguish and caused extensive damage, with no injuries reported among the 80 evacuated employees.

A massive fire broke out at MIDC in Navi Mumbai on Friday night (Representative image)
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Overview

  • The fire broke out at Shubhada Polymers factory in Shiravane MIDC, Navi Mumbai, at 11 PM on Friday, March 21, 2025.
  • It originated in the laboratory on the ground floor and spread rapidly due to the presence of chemicals and raw materials.
  • Twelve fire engines and support from nearby stations worked for over 12 hours to bring the fire under control by 2:30 PM on Saturday.
  • All 80 employees safely evacuated the building, prioritizing safety over using the factory's fire-fighting system.
  • The ground-plus-three-storeyed building was completely gutted, except for the basement, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.