14 Killed in Kolkata Hotel Fire; Special Investigation Team Formed to Probe Tragedy

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 02:19am on 30 Apr 2025,Wednesday India

A massive fire broke out at Rituraj Hotel in central Kolkata around 8:15 p.m., claiming the lives of 14 people. The blaze spread quickly through the building, trapping several guests and staff. Firefighters managed to rescue multiple individuals and bring the situation under control after hours of effort. Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Kumar Verma confirmed the casualties and said a special investigation team has been formed to probe the incident. Preliminary findings suggest possible violations of fire safety norms. The tragedy has sparked concerns over fire preparedness and safety compliance in city establishments. (PC: NDTV)  

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