In a scathing social media post, Bollywood actor Daisy Shah has called out political campaign teams for their “reckless” behavior after a fire broke out at a residential complex in Kher Nagar, Bandra (East) on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
The incident occurred around 8:54 PM on the 11th floor of a 12-storey building. While the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) acted swiftly to control the flames, the actress—who was walking her dogs nearby at the time—revealed the cause was far from accidental.
The Controversy: Crackers and Campaigns
According to Daisy Shah, the fire was allegedly triggered by fireworks used by an election campaign team passing through the area.
- Lack of Civic Sense: Shah took to Instagram to share a video of the smoke-filled building, stating, “Bursting crackers next to buildings is not the way to go about it This is what happens when people lack civic sense.”
- Accountability: She clarified that she holds no political bias but urged candidates to vet the teams they hire. “It ain’t a natural calamity, it’s caused by brainless people. Take accountability,” she wrote.
- Close Call: The actress also revealed that her own building committee had recently refused permission for these specific campaigners to enter their premises for door-to-door visits—a move she now credits for preventing a potential disaster at her own residence.
Incident Report: Bandra (East) Fire
The Mumbai Fire Brigade classified the fire as a “minor” incident due to the quick response time, but the location made it a high-risk situation.
| Detail | Official Information |
| Location | 11th Floor, 12-storey Residential Building, Kher Nagar |
| Time Reported | 8:54 PM, Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026 |
| Time Doused | Approximately 9:10 PM (under 15 minutes) |
| Casualties | Zero reported |
| Suspected Cause | Fireworks from a nearby political rally |
Civic Context: Election Season in Mumbai
The incident comes at a time of heightened political activity in the city, with the BMC Civic Polls 2026 approaching. Residents across Bandra and Andheri have recently voiced concerns over loud rallies and the unregulated use of high-decibel firecrackers in congested residential lanes.
Daisy Shah’s outburst has resonated with many Mumbaikars, with her post garnering thousands of comments from citizens demanding stricter protocols for political processions in residential zones.