Malad Slum

A massive fire broke out in Malad's slum area, resulting in the death of one 12-year-old boy identified as Prem Tukaram Bore. The incident occurred in the early hours of February 13, confined to 50 to 100 huts in Malad and was a major (level-two) fire, confirmed police. Eight fire engines, four jumbo tankers and an ambulance were sent to the spot, to control the massive fire.