Fire Disrupts Exams at Delhi's SGGSCC Library

A fire erupted in the library of Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce, Delhi, causing the cancellation of scheduled exams. Originating from a short circuit, the blaze damaged archival books. With no injuries reported, an investigation is ongoing to determine the cause and extent of damage.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 15-05-2025 13:27 IST | Created: 15-05-2025 13:27 IST
Fire Disrupts Exams at Delhi's SGGSCC Library
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A fire broke out in the library of Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce (SGGSCC) in Delhi on Thursday morning, disrupting the academic schedule and leading to the cancellation of exams.

The incident, attributed to a short circuit in the library's server area, resulted in severe damage to the library's collection of old and archival books, as confirmed by college officials. Examinations scheduled for May 15, 2025, have been cancelled until further notice.

According to the Delhi Fire Services, the fire spread rapidly across multiple floors, prompting a rapid response with eleven fire tenders. Fortunately, no injuries occurred, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the cause and extent of the damages.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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