A massive fire broke out on the first floor of the Ground +1 building at Byculla Police Station in Mumbai on Sunday night, triggering panic in the area. As flames and thick smoke spread rapidly, the police immediately implemented safety measures and evacuated the entire police station premises as a precaution.
Upon receiving the alert, multiple fire engines from the Mumbai Fire Brigade rushed to the scene. Firefighters launched an immediate firefighting operation and, after strenuous efforts, successfully brought the blaze under control, preventing it from spreading further.
According to preliminary information, the fire is suspected to have been caused by a short circuit. However, the exact cause will be confirmed only after the completion of the official investigation. Police and other concerned agencies are currently examining the scene and assessing the extent of the damage.
Fortunately, no injuries or casualties have been reported. As a precautionary measure, the entire Byculla Police Station premises were evacuated to ensure the safety of all personnel and visitors.
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Mumbai Police Constable Suspended After Viral Video Allegedly Threatening Student Protesters
Mumbai | July 2026
A Mumbai Police Head Constable has been suspended after a video went viral in which he was allegedly heard threatening student protesters with false drug cases.
The video reportedly captured the Head Constable making remarks that suggested students could be falsely implicated in narcotics-related cases. The footage sparked widespread public concern and renewed calls for accountability within the police force.
Following the circulation of the video, the Mumbai Police initiated departmental action and suspended the Head Constable pending an inquiry.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the alleged misuse of police authority and the protection of citizens' democratic right to peaceful protest. Civil society groups and members of the public have called for a fair, transparent, and impartial investigation.
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