India, Dec. 1 -- A fire broke out in the main auditorium of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University in Dwarka on Sunday morning, raising sharp questions about campus safety standards. No injuries were reported, but the incident led to calls for a judicial enquiry after allegations surfaced about missing fire clearances. The blaze was reported at 10.42 am from the Sector 16 campus.

The fire was first seen by staff members near the auditorium. They alerted security, who then informed the fire department. Thick smoke rose from the structure. Students in nearby areas were moved back as a precaution.

The auditorium, which regularly hosts cultural events, seminars and large gatherings, was empty at the time. "Two water tenders, three water ...