Fire erupts in paint factory in Hanjarwal, rescue operation underway

LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 20th Apr, 2026) A fire broke out in materials stored at a paint factory in the Hanjarwal area of Lahore on Monday, prompting an immediate response from rescue teams.

Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ali Ijaz visited the site to check the ongoing firefighting operation. Rescue 1122 teams rushed to the scene and remained actively engaged in efforts to bring the blaze under control.

According to initial reports, the fire erupted in paint-related materials, while the exact cause is yet to be

determined. Officials said the presence of chemicals significantly intensified the fire, posing additional challenges to the rescue operation.

The DC said that the foremost priority was to extinguish the fire, adding that all necessary resources had been deployed at the scene. Rescue authorities are continuing the operation with full safety measures in place to prevent any untoward incident.

The district administration expressed confidence that the fire would be brought under control soon, assuring that all precautionary steps had been taken to manage the situation effectively.