Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:17pm on 18 May 2025,Sunday India
On May 18, 2025, a deadly fire broke out in a three-story building in Hyderabad’s Shah Ali Banda area, killing at least 17 people and injuring several more. The fire originated from a short circuit in a ground-floor jewelry shop and quickly spread to the upper residential floors. With a single, narrow staircase and no alternative escape route, residents were trapped. Rescue operations faced major obstacles due to heavy smoke and poor access. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences and announced compensation, as the tragedy reignites concerns over widespread fire safety violations in urban India. (PC: AFP)
