Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:21pm on 16 Nov 2024,Saturday International
A devastating fire at the neonatal ward of Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, claimed the lives of 10 newborns and injured 16 others. A short circuit is suspected as the cause. The Uttar Pradesh government formed a four-member committee to investigate the incident, rejecting allegations of expired fire extinguishers. Families of the deceased will receive ₹5 lakh compensation. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and prioritized rescue efforts. President Droupadi Murmu called the tragedy "heartbreaking," while Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced additional aid. Opposition parties criticized the state administration for alleged negligence.
