The horrific fire at Gulf Plaza, a major commercial and shopping hub in the heart of Karachi, has left the city in a state of profound shock and grief. The blaze engulfed the entire building, leading to its complete destruction.
In the wake of this tragedy, prominent figures from the Pakistani showbiz industry have expressed deep sorrow, offering condolences to the families of the victims.
Showbiz Personalities React
Naumaan Ijaz: In an Instagram story, the veteran actor shared his grief, stating that this incident is a cause of national mourning. He prayed for the bereaved families to find patience and for the recovery of their losses.
Sajal Aly: The actress expressed her heartbreak over the tragedy, stating that her prayers are with all those affected.
Alizeh Shah: Expressing intense sorrow, she paid tribute to the deceased and described the incident as “unbelievable.” She prayed for the forgiveness of the departed, strength for their families, and the safe recovery of the injured and missing. She also appealed to the people of Karachi to stay strong and support one another during this difficult time.
Ali Abbas: While expressing grief, the actor noted that this tragedy has “exposed the current state of the city,” suggesting it is time for the people of Karachi to “choose their representatives wisely.”
Aiman Khan: She shared her deep sadness over the disaster and offered prayers for the victims.
Madiha Imam: Expressing sympathy, she highlighted that Gulf Plaza was not just a shopping center but a “cultural landmark of Karachi.” She remarked that while the human loss is immeasurable, the financial loss is estimated at $20 to $25 million, which has turned to ash. She emphasized that this is not just a loss for the traders but for the entire city.
Casualties and Operation Update
It is worth noting that approximately 15 people have been confirmed dead so far, while several others remain injured.
Authorities fear the death toll may rise further as dozens of people are still missing and are feared to have been inside the building when the fire broke out.
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The fire, which erupted on Saturday night, remained out of control for nearly 33 hours. As of Monday morning, officials stated that 90% of the blaze has been contained, though cooling operations are still underway.
In addition to the tragic loss of life, initial reports suggest financial losses amounting to billions of rupees.
