Ludhiana, April 1 -- A massive fire erupted in a multi-storey hosiery factory in Kirpal Nagar in the early hours of Monday, reducing the entire unit to ashes. Machinery and raw materials were completely destroyed as flames rapidly spread across the factory. It took the fire brigade more than seven hours and over 60 rounds of fire tenders to bring the blaze under control, officials familiar with the matter said.

According to fire officials, the factory was located in a narrow lane, making it difficult for fire tenders to reach the site. To manage the situation, a small fire tender was stationed inside the street, while others operated from the main road. Officials also faced the challenge of ensuring a continuous water supply while dousin...