Fire erupts at mosque in Srinagar's Hyderpora, rescue ops underway to control blaze

Fire tenders were rushed to the spot soon after the incident was reported, and efforts are currently underway to bring the blaze under control, officials said.

The affected structure is believed to be a mosque or a Darul Uloom (Islamic seminary), although exact details regarding the building were not immediately confirmed.

“The operation is on. We are trying to control the fire. Further details are awaited,” an official told the media.

The cause of the fire remains unknown at this stage. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far.

Authorities are continuing firefighting operations, and more details are expected as the situation develops.