Fire Breaks Out at Parikrama Restaurant in Delhi, No Injuries

NEW DELHI, June 30, 2026 — A fire broke out at the Parikrama Restaurant on KG Marg in Delhi’s Connaught Place on Tuesday afternoon, but no injuries were reported as firefighters brought the blaze under control, officials said.

The Delhi Fire Service received an emergency call at about 3:40 p.m. reporting smoke and flames from the kitchen area of the popular revolving rooftop restaurant. Fire crews immediately dispatched six to seven fire tenders to the scene and contained the fire within about twenty minutes, according to authorities.

Fire Origin and Response

Fire officials said preliminary assessments indicate the blaze began in the kitchen chimney, where accumulated oil residue ignited, producing thick smoke that was visible from the street below. Staff at the restaurant initiated safety procedures as soon as the fire was noticed, aiding firefighters in their efforts. 

Firefighters evacuated patrons and staff from the restaurant as a precaution and worked to fully extinguish the fire. Delhi Fire Service personnel confirmed that the blaze did not spread to other parts of the building and there were no reports of injuries or casualties. 

Precautionary Measures and Investigation

Authorities have temporarily closed sections of the building to complete smoke clearance and conduct safety checks before reopening to the public. An investigation into the exact cause of the fire remains underway, with fire department officials reviewing kitchen exhaust systems as part of the probe. 

Parikrama Restaurant, known for its panoramic city views and location atop the Antriksh Bhavan building near Barakhamba Road, attracts diners for its unique rotating dining space. Local fire safety analysts said the quick response by fire crews likely prevented more serious property damage.