On January 17, a massive fire tore through Karachi’s Gul Plaza shopping center, marking one of the deadliest building disasters in recent Pakistani history. As of today, rescue teams have recovered 60 bodies from the charred remains, while more than 80 people are still unaccounted for. 🔥
Efforts continue around the clock, but parts of the structure remain dangerously unstable, slowing down operations and raising concerns about safety protocols in the city’s aging commercial buildings.
- Confirmed fatalities: 60
- Missing persons: 80+
- Search status: Ongoing despite unstable conditions
- Investigation: Authorities probing potential causes, including electrical faults and safety lapses
Meanwhile, families and volunteers have taken to social media to share photos of loved ones still missing, generating an outpouring of support and community-driven updates. Critics are calling for stricter building inspections and faster response times to prevent future tragedies. 🙏
This devastating event has sparked a wider conversation about urban safety across South Asia’s bustling metropolises. As Karachi mourns and waits for answers, young professionals and activists are demanding accountability and lasting change.
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Death toll in Karachi shopping mall fire rises to 60 as search continues
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