An abrupt fire struck at locally popular burger and fastfood outlet Bigman has left one with injuries.

Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) dispatched its fire and rescue unit to douse the blaze at the cafe. The military's fire and rescue since has confirmed the blaze has been completely controlled.

Authorities confirm the fire started out from the cafe's kitchen, though no other details were explained.

The injured individual has been identified as an expatriate employed in Maldives, who has now been transferred to Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) for medical attention.

The property of Bigman, received significant damages to parts of the building as well as the entire kitchen space.