Fire breaks out at Acropolis Mall's food court again, just 5 months after previous blaze

A fire broke out early Monday morning at Acropolis Mall in Kolkata, with the flames originating from a food stall in the food court on the third floor. Mall employees immediately noticed the smoke and alerted authorities, triggering a swift response. The fire was contained using the mall's own fire suppression system, preventing it from spreading to other parts of the mall.

As a safety measure, all employees were evacuated from the premises, and the mall was temporarily closed to allow firefighting efforts and prevent further damage. Smoke was seen billowing from the food court area, but it was confirmed that no one was injured during the incident. Authorities are still working to determine the cause of the fire, though initial reports suggest it originated in the food court area, similar to the fire that occurred five months ago.

The previous fire, which took place in May, caused significant damage to the food court and forced the mall to remain closed for almost a month and a half. After extensive repairs and safety inspections, Acropolis Mall reopened to the public. However, the recurrence of the fire has sparked concern about the safety measures in place at the mall.

Mall management has confirmed that an investigation is underway, though no specific details have been released regarding the fire’s exact cause or the extent of the damage. Other stores in the mall are gradually reopening as the situation stabilizes, and additional safety protocols are being reviewed to prevent future incidents.