Moment huge fire breaks out on stage during performance in India

Thousands of people were forced to flee for safety after a huge fire broke out at an Indian cultural event.

About 25,000 people attended the “Make in India” festival at Girgaum Chowpatty beach in Mumbai when flames engulfed the stage.

Video footage shows audience members waving at dancers to inform them of the fire as they performed unaware of the blaze.

Despite the wall of flames, no injuries were reported.

According to officials, 14 fire engines and 10 water tankers were used to tackle the fire, which cancelled the high-profile event.

It was set up to display the best of Indian culture, innovation and talent in the hope of attracting foreign investment.