Massive fire engulfs KoD, doused after 5-hr battle

A massive fire broke out at the Kingdom of Dreams (KoD) in Gurugram Sector 29, one of the city's most iconic entertainment venues, early Thursday morning, reducing large portions of the cultural hub to ashes before firefighters could arrive.

- Leena Dhankhar

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GURUGRAM: No casualties were reported as the premises was sealed three years ago by the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) over unpaid dues amounting to ₹107 crore.

The fire department received an emergency call at 6.50 am after a security guard stationed at KoD noticed smoke billowing from the complex. By the time fire tenders reached the scene, the fire had consumed the structure's Culture Gully—one of its most popular attractions.

More than 10 fire tenders were rushed to the scene, including six from the Sector 29 fire station and additional teams from Udyog Vihar, Bhim Nagar, Sector 37, and IMT Manesar. The firefighting operation lasted over five hours, with emergency crews battling thick smoke and intense heat to douse the flames.