The fire originated on the third floor of KR Complex, where car spare parts were stored, intensifying the blaze.

Fire and rescue personnel rushed to the spot soon after the incident and battled the blaze for nearly an hour before dousing it.

Several fire tenders were deployed to bring the situation under control and to prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent buildings.

There were no immediate reports of casualties. The extent of damage and the exact cause of the fire are yet to be ascertained.