Real-Life Heroes of Nampally Fire: Imtiyaz and Habeeb Die Saving Trapped Children
Nampally fire tragedy in Hyderabad highlights humanity as Mohammed Imtiyaz and Syed Habeeb sacrifice their lives trying to save children and a woman trapped in a cellar.
In a heartbreaking yet inspiring episode, humanity shone bright during the Nampally fire tragedy in Hyderabad as two young Muslim men—Mohammed Imtiyaz and Syed Habeeb—risked and lost their lives while trying to save two children and a woman trapped in a building’s cellar.
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The deadly fire broke out at a furniture shop on Nampally Station Road, engulfing a five-storey building and leading to the deaths of five people. Amid thick smoke and raging flames, the brave actions of Imtiyaz and Habeeb stood out as a powerful message of compassion beyond religion and identity.
What Happened in the Nampally Furniture Shop Fire
- The fire erupted suddenly in a furniture shop located inside a five-storey building
- Around 22 workers were employed at the shop
- Toxic smoke spread rapidly, forcing people to rush out to save their lives
- Five people died in the incident, including two children
As panic spread, a family remained trapped in the cellar, unaware of the danger closing in.
Family Trapped Inside the Cellar
The building’s watchman Yadiah lived in the cellar with his wife Lakshmi and their two children, Praneet and Akhil. On Saturday, the children stayed home from school and were playing in the cellar when the fire broke out around noon.
Within minutes, both cellars filled with smoke, cutting off all escape routes.
Imtiyaz and Habeeb’s Selfless Act
When Mohammed Imtiyaz and Syed Habeeb, both working in the building, learned that two children and a woman were trapped, they did not hesitate.
- They entered the burning cellar without protective equipment
- Their goal was to rescue the trapped children and the woman
- Due to dense smoke and intense flames, they were unable to come back out
Both Imtiyaz and Habeeb lost their lives in the rescue attempt, sacrificing themselves in an effort to save others.
Rescue Operation Faced Extreme Difficulties
Firefighters, police, and rescue teams battled extremely dangerous conditions:
- Thick smoke reduced visibility to near zero
- Fire spread across the basement levels
- Structural damage raised safety concerns
Heavy machinery was used to break through cellar walls, and rescue operations continued until Sunday morning.
A Powerful Message of Humanity
At a time when society is often divided by religion and identity, the sacrifice of Mohammed Imtiyaz and Syed Habeeb sent a strong message—humanity comes first.
They were not forced to enter the fire. They chose to act because they could not stand by while children and a woman faced death. Their courage broke every barrier and left an indelible mark on Hyderabad.
Nampally Fire Leaves a Lasting Legacy
While the Nampally fire exposed serious safety concerns, it also revealed the best of human values. As the city mourns the five lives lost, the bravery of Imtiyaz and Habeeb will be remembered as a symbol of hope, courage, and selflessness.
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