CDA Fire & Emergency Services Rescue 12 People from Babar Plaza Fire in F-8 Markaz

Date: Sep 03, 2026

ISLAMABAD, September 1, 2026: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) Fire & Emergency Services responded very promptly and effectively to a fire incident at Babar Plaza, F-8 Markaz, Islamabad, bringing the fire completely under control and successfully completing the rescue operation. Immediately after receiving information about the fire, CDA Fire & Emergency Services teams reached the site without any delay and launched a comprehensive firefighting and rescue operation. The firefighters took immediate action to prevent the fire from spreading further and gave top priority to ensuring the safety of people present inside the building. During the rescue operation, 12 people were safely evacuated from the building, while fortunately, no loss of life was reported in the incident. CDA firefighters and rescue personnel demonstrated professionalism, courage and dedication while carrying out the operation under challenging circumstances. The timely response and effective action by CDA, MCI were widely appreciated by citizens and people present at the site. Citizens commended the rapid arrival of CDA Fire & Emergency Services, professional firefighting efforts and timely rescue operation, saying that the prompt action helped save precious human lives. Citizens also appreciated the dedication of CDA firefighters and frontline workers, stating that they continue to perform their duties with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to protecting citizens during emergencies. The CDA administration appreciated the prompt and successful response of the Fire & Emergency Services personnel and reiterated that the protection of citizens' lives and property remains one of CDA's foremost priorities. CDA Fire & Emergency Services remain fully prepared and mobilized to ensure an immediate response and effective rescue operations in any emergency situation. CDA has also urged citizens to immediately inform the relevant fire and emergency services in case of any fire or emergency and to fully cooperate with firefighters and rescue teams during emergency operations. As a result of CDA's prompt response, professional firefighting and effective rescue operation, 12 people were safely rescued and no loss of life occurred in the incident. Citizens highly appreciated the commendable performance and dedicated services of CDA Fire & Emergency Services.