Delhi: Fire breaks out at Justice Kurian Joseph's official residence

New Delhi, Aug 3: A fire broke out at Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph's official residence in Lutyens' Delhi, the police said on Friday.

A call was received about a fire at Joseph's bungalow around 10 pm yesterday and two firetenders were rushed to the spot, a senior Delhi Fire Service officer said, adding that it was doused within 25 minutes.

Joseph's bungalow is located on Tughlak Road. The fire started in the prayer room, which is located next to the bedroom, said a senior police officer.

A burning candle had fallen on a piece of cloth triggering the fire. After smoke was seen emanating from the room, the police and the fire department were alerted.

PTI