A fire broke out at a plastic manufacturing unit in Hyderabad’s Katedan Industrial Area on Sunday evening. Firefighters contained the blaze before it spread to nearby factories, and no casualties were immediately reported.
Published Date – 8 November 2026, 06:24 PM
Hyderabad: A major fire broke out at a plastic manufacturing unit in the Katedan industrial area on Sunday evening, triggering panic among workers and occupants of neighbouring factories.
Fire department personnel rushed to the spot and launched an operation to bring the blaze under control. Thick clouds of smoke billowing from the factory engulfed the surrounding area, causing concern among employees of nearby industrial units.
Police personnel also reached the spot and assisted the firefighting teams. Firefighters managed to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to adjoining factories, including a plywood manufacturing unit.
The cause of the fire and the extent of property damage have yet to be ascertained. There were no immediate reports of casualties.
