The catastrophic Gul Plaza fire has reduced the lifetime savings of hundreds of traders to ashes, with business owners estimating losses running into billions of rupees.
According to affected traders, shops stocked with goods worth millions of rupees were completely destroyed as the fire spread rapidly through the building. Many business owners said their entire investment, built over decades of hard work, was lost within hours.
“We watched helplessly as our life’s earnings burned in front of our eyes,” said a trader, describing the scene as heartbreaking and unforgettable.
While rescue teams battled the flames for several hours, traders have raised concerns over delayed response, lack of fire safety equipment, and poor emergency planning inside the commercial plaza.
Business leaders have urged the government to announce an immediate compensation package, conduct a transparent investigation, and enforce strict fire safety regulations to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The Gul Plaza fire has once again highlighted the urgent need for modern fire safety systems in commercial buildings to protect lives, livelihoods, and years of hard-earned savings.
