A tragic fire in a residential high-rise in Vile Parle West has claimed the lives of a two-year-old boy and his caretaker, while several others sustained injuries.

The blaze broke out on the 11th floor of Shanta Bhuvan Co-operative Housing Society on Tuesday night, triggering a massive rescue operation by the Mumbai Fire Brigade.

According to officials, the victims died due to smoke inhalation after becoming trapped inside the apartment.

The child's grandfather, who developed the building, was among those injured and was rescued along with several other residents.

Firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control after hours of firefighting.

Investigators have narrowed the cause of the fire to two possible electrical sources—a suspected short circuit in the apartment's electrical system or a fault in an electrical appliance.

Forensic experts and fire officials are examining the scene to determine the exact origin of the blaze.

The incident has once again raised concerns over fire safety in high-rise residential buildings across Mumbai.

Authorities are expected to review whether all fire safety systems were functioning properly and if any lapses contributed to the tragedy.

A detailed investigation is underway.