New Delhi, May 1 -- Twenty-four shops were gutted after a fire broke out at the popular Dilli Haat market in South Delhi's INA area on Wednesday evening, police said

"As per initial assessment, 24 shops have been gutted in the fire. Fortunately, no loss of life or injuries have been reported so far," Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) South-West District Surender Chaudhary said in a statement.

The fire broke out at around 08:45 PM. Four fire tenders brought the fire under control, the DCP said.

The police officer said that an investigation is underway to ascertain the cause of the fire.

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra also reached the spot and stated that compensation for the loss of shops will be provided.

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