Jaipur. Following a devastating fire at the Sethi Complex in Minhari Ji Ka Katla, Badi Chaupar, police have filed an FIR against the property’s proprietor, Anand Sethi. The complaint alleges illegal structural additions, non‑functional fire‑safety gear, the lack of a valid Fire NOC, and blocked access routes that hampered rescue efforts.
The conflagration erupted on the building’s second floor and smoldered for roughly 13 hours. As the flames surged, inventory stored in multiple shops and warehouses was consumed, forcing firefighters into an extended suppression operation.
According to the police report, fire engines struggled to reach the site because the surrounding alleys are cramped and obstructed. This forced the fire brigade to improvise temporary access points and firefighting tactics.
Among the affected businesses are Satnam Madan Traders, Jitendra/Kamal, Kamal Agarwal, Shailendra Agarwal, Rajesh, Hasan, Ramesh/Rajesh, Rakesh Gupta’s Vimal Hosiery Agency, Chhotumai Purushottam, Ashok Kumar Sharma, Vikas Sharma, and several others. Units numbered 201‑A through 206‑A also suffered. Vimal Hosiery Agency alone is estimated to have incurred losses of ₹65–70 lakh, while the total damage to the remaining establishments is still being evaluated.
The FIR was lodged based on a statement from Sub‑Inspector Narendra, with SHO Rakesh Khalia appointed to lead the investigation. Authorities will scrutinise the building’s construction compliance, condition of fire‑safety equipment, Fire NOC status, and overall emergency‑response preparedness.
