Navi Mumbai Fire: Major Blaze Erupts at Sponge Factory in Rabale MIDC, 8 Fire Tenders Deployed
A major fire erupted at a sponge manufacturing factory in the Rabale Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area of Navi Mumbai. Emergency responders are actively engaged in operations to bring the situation under control.
A major fire erupted at a sponge manufacturing factory in the Rabale Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area of Navi Mumbai. Emergency responders are actively engaged in operations to bring the situation under control. Upon receiving reports of the blaze, the Navi Mumbai Fire Department swiftly deployed around seven to eight fire tenders to the scene. Firefighters immediately initiated containment procedures to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby industrial plots and units in the densely packed belt.
The affected unit is reportedly engaged in sponge manufacturing, a process that involves highly flammable materials like polyurethane foam. The nature of these synthetic compounds has fueled thick plumes of smoke, making the firefighting operation challenging for the personnel on the ground. The exact cause of the ignition remains unknown. Local authorities and police personnel have secured the perimeter to clear paths for emergency vehicles and maintain safety standards in the industrial corridor. No casualties or injuries have been officially reported at this stage.
Fire Breaks Out at Sponge Factory in Navi Mumbai
#WATCH | Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra: A massive fire broke out at a company in the Rabale MIDC area. After receiving information about the blaze, around 7–8 fire tenders from the Navi Mumbai Fire Department rushed to the spot and began firefighting operations.
The affected company… pic.twitter.com/r7wi30IMX0
— ANI (@ANI) August 30, 2026
Rabale MIDC is a prominent hub within the Thane-Belapur industrial belt, hosting numerous manufacturing, chemical, and commercial enterprises. Further updates regarding the cause of the fire and the extent of property damage are awaited as cooling operations follow.
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