An unauthorized excavation in Andheri East, Mumbai, resulted in a gas pipeline leak, triggering a massive 40ft-high blaze that left three motorists critically injured and several vehicles charred. The fire, caused by a damaged MGL pipeline, was swiftly brought under control by disconnecting the gas supply. Authorities have filed an FIR against the contractor and operator for negligence, prompting an inquiry report from the fire department and BMC. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with unauthorized digging near gas pipelines, urging stricter enforcement of safety measures to prevent such disasters in the future.