New Delhi, February 16: At least seven people died in the fire that broke out at the main Dayal market in Alipur, police said on Thursday.

According to Delhi Fire Service (DFS) officials, "Seven people died in the fire that erupted in Dayal Market, Alipur. A search operation is underway at the site of the incident." Delhi Fire: Three Killed After Blaze Erupts in Paint Factory in Alipur (Watch Video).

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Further details on the matter are awaited.

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