CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: A controversy has erupted following a fire incident at the residence of a Delhi High Court judge, where media reports claimed that no cash was found at the scene — a statement allegedly made by the fire department. However, Delhi Fire Services Chief Atul Garg has strongly denied making any such assertion, calling the reports “factually incorrect and misleading.”
The fire occurred in the official residence of a sitting High Court judge, sparking speculation and widespread attention due to the sensitive nature of the location. Some media outlets reported that the fire department had ruled out the presence of large amounts of cash, implying a response to rumors or allegations surrounding hidden wealth.
Clarifying the department’s position, Chief Garg stated that the fire services are tasked strictly with firefighting and rescue operations, not investigating or documenting financial elements found at the site. “We did not make any comment regarding cash or property,” he said, adding that only the investigating agencies or police have the authority to comment on such matters.
This rebuttal comes at a time when the public is highly sensitive to issues of judicial accountability and transparency. The fire incident, though minor in damage, has quickly become a subject of speculation due to the involvement of a high-ranking judicial officer and the media’s portrayal of possible financial impropriety.
As the investigation continues, both the fire department and legal authorities urge the media and public to refrain from drawing premature conclusions. Transparency, they emphasize, must be backed by verified facts — not assumptions.
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