<p>A major fire broke out Wednesday morning at Dev Pathology Lab in a complex in the Kalanala area in Bhavnagar city of Gujarat, swiftly engulfing the structure. Emergency responders, assisted by local residents, evacuated children, elderly patients, and medical staff while firefighting teams attempted to contain the blaze in the building, which houses multiple hospitals. According to initial information, the fire broke out in the basement of the lab building and smoke quickly filled the multi-hospital complex, creating panic among patients and staff.</p><p>At Shubham Neuro Care Hospital, firefighters shattered first-floor windows and deployed ladders to safely evacuate children. Newborns were gently carried out, swaddled in sheets along with their IV drips to ensure their safety.</p><p>Fire Officer Pradyumansingh Jadeja said the blaze began in the basement and quickly spread throughout the building. We have rescued people using stretchers and ladders. So far, 19-20 individuals, including children and newborns from the hospitals in the complex, have been safely evacuated. There are no casualties. Firefighting and cooling operations are still underway, with over 50 firefighters and six fire engines on the scene, he said.</p><p>All patients were shifted to the nearest hospital. Eyewitnesses said, around 20 children were admitted to the hospital on the first floor of the building. The fire department was immediately alerted, but residents didn't wait for them to arrive. Locals immediately placed a ladder on the window, wrapped the children in sheets, and began pulling them out one by one.</p><p>Given the scale of the fire and presence of patients, around 25-30 ambulances were deployed to shift the injured and other patients to safer locations.</p><p>Authorities say the situation is under control and have advised residents not to panic anymore.</p><p>Just two months ago, two major fire incidents were reported in the Ahmedabad city. A fire outbreak in the laundry section of SVP Hospital (SVP Hospital or Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Medical Sciences and Research) in Ahmedabad's Ellisbridge area, and a day before another fire at Vrundavan Children's Hospital near Paldi crossroads. This has indeed raised significant concerns regarding fire safety in healthcare facilities</p>

Fire Officer Pradyumansingh Jadeja said the blaze began in the basement and quickly spread throughout the building.

A major fire broke out Wednesday morning at Dev Pathology Lab in a complex in the Kalanala area in Bhavnagar city of Gujarat, swiftly engulfing the structure. Emergency responders, assisted by local residents, evacuated children, elderly patients, and medical staff while firefighting teams attempted to contain the blaze in the building, which houses multiple hospitals. According to initial information, the fire broke out in the basement of the lab building and smoke quickly filled the multi-hospital complex, creating panic among patients and staff. At Shubham Neuro Care Hospital, firefighters shattered first-floor windows and deployed ladders to safely evacuate children. Newborns were gently carried out, swaddled in sheets along with their IV drips to ensure their safety. Fire Officer Pradyumansingh Jadeja said the blaze began in the basement and quickly spread throughout the building. We have rescued people using stretchers and ladders. So far, 19-20 individuals, including children and newborns from the hospitals in the complex, have been safely evacuated. There are no casualties. Firefighting and cooling operations are still underway, with over 50 firefighters and six fire engines on the scene, he said. All patients were shifted to the nearest hospital. Eyewitnesses said, around 20 children were admitted to the hospital on the first floor of the building. The fire department was immediately alerted, but residents didn't wait for them to arrive. Locals immediately placed a ladder on the window, wrapped the children in sheets, and began pulling them out one by one. Given the scale of the fire and presence of patients, around 25-30 ambulances were deployed to shift the injured and other patients to safer locations. Authorities say the situation is under control and have advised residents not to panic anymore. Just two months ago, two major fire incidents were reported in the Ahmedabad city. A fire outbreak in the laundry section of SVP Hospital (SVP Hospital or Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Medical Sciences and Research) in Ahmedabad's Ellisbridge area, and a day before another fire at Vrundavan Children's Hospital near Paldi crossroads. This has indeed raised significant concerns regarding fire safety in healthcare facilities

<p>Fire Officer Pradyumansingh Jadeja said the blaze began in the basement and quickly spread throughout the building.</p>

Bhavnagar: Major blaze sweeps through multi-hospital building; newborns and elderly rescued

Amid intensified efforts to investigate the gruesome game zone fire incident in Rajkot, the first purported CCTV footage from the accident site has been released. According to the visuals captured in the CCTV footage, the fire which initially broke out in the extension area due to welding work. Watch in for more details!

Rajkot Game Zone Fire: CCTV footage shows sparks from the welding at game zone

<p>Rajkot's TRP Gaming Zone, where a massive fire broke out resulting in several casualties on Saturday (May 25), lacked safety standards at the facility and was operating without a no-objection certificate (NOC) for fire clearance, officials said further adding that it also had just one exit. A total of 28 people, including nine children, died in the tragic incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some reports mentioned that the fire might have started due to a short circuit, but the reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The owner of the gaming zone and two others were arrested on Saturday, and Raju Bhargava, the Police Commissioner of Rajkot, said that a First Information Report (FIR) was registered against six people under IPC sections 304, 308, 336, 338, 114.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The crime branch team is working to arrest others. Our effort is to complete the investigation as soon as possible and file a charge sheet in the case," Bhargava said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a special bench of the Gujarat High Court on Sunday took suo motu cognisance of the fire incident and said it was prima facie a "man-made disaster".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bench of Justices Biren Vaishnav and Devan Desai observed that such gaming zones and recreational facilities have come up without the necessary approvals from competent authorities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We are shocked to read newspaper reports which indicate that the gaming zone at Rajkot appears to have taken advantage of the loopholes in the Gujarat Comprehensive General Development Control Regulations (GDCR). These entertainment zones, as newspapers suggest, have come up without the necessary approvals from the competent authorities," the court observed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The HC also wanted to know from the state government and the municipal corporations "whether such licenses, including the licenses to its use and compliance of fire safety regulations" were given to these respective (entertainment) zones that are in territorial jurisdiction of these corporations.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Heatwave in India: Rajasthan's Phalodi records 50 Degrees Celsius&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>In a post on X, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that the state government will provide Rs 4 lakh (approx $ 4,800) to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 (approx $600) to the injured.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The chief minister also said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed and assigned to investigate the entire incident. The team was seen collecting samples from the incident spot.&nbsp;</p>

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Rajkot's TRP Gaming Zone, where a massive fire broke out resulting in several casualties on Saturday (May 25), lacked safety standards at the facility and was operating without a no-objection certificate (NOC) for fire clearance, officials said further adding that it also had just one exit.

Rajkot's TRP Gaming Zone, where a massive fire broke out resulting in several casualties on Saturday (May 25), lacked safety standards at the facility and was operating without a no-objection certificate (NOC) for fire clearance, officials said further adding that it also had just one exit. A total of 28 people, including nine children, died in the tragic incident. Some reports mentioned that the fire might have started due to a short circuit, but the reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained. The owner of the gaming zone and two others were arrested on Saturday, and Raju Bhargava, the Police Commissioner of Rajkot, said that a First Information Report (FIR) was registered against six people under IPC sections 304, 308, 336, 338, 114. Also read: At least 7 babies killed, many injured in massive fire at a children's hospital in Delhi "The crime branch team is working to arrest others. Our effort is to complete the investigation as soon as possible and file a charge sheet in the case," Bhargava said. Meanwhile, a special bench of the Gujarat High Court on Sunday took suo motu cognisance of the fire incident and said it was prima facie a "man-made disaster". The bench of Justices Biren Vaishnav and Devan Desai observed that such gaming zones and recreational facilities have come up without the necessary approvals from competent authorities. Also read: Cyclone Remal to hit Bengal coast tonight, IMD issues warning "We are shocked to read newspaper reports which indicate that the gaming zone at Rajkot appears to have taken advantage of the loopholes in the Gujarat Comprehensive General Development Control Regulations (GDCR). These entertainment zones, as newspapers suggest, have come up without the necessary approvals from the competent authorities," the court observed. The HC also wanted to know from the state government and the municipal corporations "whether such licenses, including the licenses to its use and compliance of fire safety regulations" were given to these respective (entertainment) zones that are in territorial jurisdiction of these corporations. Watch: Heatwave in India: Rajasthan's Phalodi records 50 Degrees Celsius × In a post on X, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that the state government will provide Rs 4 lakh (approx $ 4,800) to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 (approx $600) to the injured. The chief minister also said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed and assigned to investigate the entire incident. The team was seen collecting samples from the incident spot. (With inputs from agencies)

Rajkot gaming zone was operating without fire license, lacked safety standards; HC takes suo motu cognisance

<p>At least 27, including nine children, lost their lives as&nbsp;a massive fire broke out at the TRP Game Zone in Rajkot, Gujarat on Saturday (May 25), police said. The owner of the gaming zone and two others were arrested.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The bodies are completely charred and it is difficult to identify them," Assistant Commissioner of Police Vinayak Patel said as family members of the victims gathered outside Rajkot Civil Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a post on X, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that the state government will provide Rs 4 lakh (approx $ 4,800) to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 (approx $600) to the injured.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The chief minister also said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed and assigned to investigate the entire incident.&nbsp;The team was seen collecting samples from the incident spot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>President Droupadi Murmu said she was "deeply anguished" to learn of the loss of lives. She said, "My heart goes out to the families who have lost their near and dear ones including young children. I pray to the Almighty for the speedy recovery of those being rescued."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X, "Extremely distressed by the fire mishap in Rajkot. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. Prayers for the injured. The local administration is working to provide all possible assistance to those affected."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chaos-in-west-bengal-bjp-candidate-pranat-tudus-convoy-attacked-in-jhargram-725324">Chaos in West Bengal: BJP candidate Pranat Tudu's convoy attacked in Jhargram</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Darshita Shah, MLA, Rajkot West expressed condolences. She said: "A very sad incident took place today. This is the first time in Rajkot's history that a fire in a gaming zone has led to the deaths of people, including children."</p>

<p>"The focus is on rescuing as many as possible. The government will act against people whose negligence led to this tragedy," Shah added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the immediate aftermath, the Gujarat chief minister said that "instructions have been given to the Municipal Corporation and the administration for immediate rescue and relief operations in the fire incident in the game zone in Rajkot. Officials have also been instructed to prioritize arrangements for immediate treatment of the injured".&nbsp;</p>

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At least 27, including nine children, lost their lives as a massive fire broke out at the TRP Game Zone in Rajkot, Gujarat on Saturday (May 25), police said. The owner of the gaming zone and two others were arrested.

At least 27, including nine children, lost their lives as a massive fire broke out at the TRP Game Zone in Rajkot, Gujarat on Saturday (May 25), police said. The owner of the gaming zone and two others were arrested. "The bodies are completely charred and it is difficult to identify them," Assistant Commissioner of Police Vinayak Patel said as family members of the victims gathered outside Rajkot Civil Hospital. In a post on X, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that the state government will provide Rs 4 lakh (approx $ 4,800) to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 (approx $600) to the injured. The chief minister also said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed and assigned to investigate the entire incident. The team was seen collecting samples from the incident spot. The reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained. Also read: Are home-cooked meals 'unhealthy'? ICMR's guidelines answer this crucial question President Droupadi Murmu said she was "deeply anguished" to learn of the loss of lives. She said, "My heart goes out to the families who have lost their near and dear ones including young children. I pray to the Almighty for the speedy recovery of those being rescued." Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X, "Extremely distressed by the fire mishap in Rajkot. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. Prayers for the injured. The local administration is working to provide all possible assistance to those affected." Also read: Chaos in West Bengal: BJP candidate Pranat Tudu's convoy attacked in Jhargram Darshita Shah, MLA, Rajkot West expressed condolences. She said: "A very sad incident took place today. This is the first time in Rajkot's history that a fire in a gaming zone has led to the deaths of people, including children." "The focus is on rescuing as many as possible. The government will act against people whose negligence led to this tragedy," Shah added. #WATCH | Gujarat: A massive fire breaks out at the TRP game zone in Rajkot. Fire tenders on the spot. Further details awaited. pic.twitter.com/f4AJq8jzxX — ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024 × In the immediate aftermath, the Gujarat chief minister said that "instructions have been given to the Municipal Corporation and the administration for immediate rescue and relief operations in the fire incident in the game zone in Rajkot. Officials have also been instructed to prioritize arrangements for immediate treatment of the injured". (With inputs from agencies)

At least 27, including 9 children, dead as massive fire engulfs gaming zone in Rajkot

<p>The&nbsp;huge fire that&nbsp;broke&nbsp;out at a chemical plant near Vadodara was brought under control today evening.</p>

<p>Fire tenders were&nbsp;rushed to the&nbsp;Camcon Chemicals factory at Manjusar to battle the blaze, media reports said.</p>

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<p>There are no reports of any immediate casualty or injury.</p>

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There are no reports of any immediate casualty or injury

The huge fire that broke out at a chemical plant near Vadodara was brought under control today evening. Fire tenders were rushed to the Camcon Chemicals factory at Manjusar to battle the blaze, media reports said. Gujarat: Fire breaks out in a chemical plant near Vadodara. Fire tenders at the spot pic.twitter.com/Rkz4rNdCTm — ANI (@ANI) January 9, 2018 × A short circuit is suspected to be the reason behind the fire, a media report said. There are no reports of any immediate casualty or injury.

Gujarat: Huge fire breaks out at chemical plant near Vadodara, under control

<p>Eight people were killed and 25 injured after a fire broke out at a firecracker factory in Jharkhand&#39;s Kumardubi today morning.</p>

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<p>Five fire tenders have been rushed to the spot.</p>

<p>The same day 20 people were injured after fire broke out at a firecracker factory in Amdanga in West Bengal&#39;s North 24 Parganas district.</p>

<p>On Sunday night, one person was killed and another injured as a fire broke out at a storage tank in the Kandla port of Gujarat. The fire was doused today morning.</p>

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The same day, one person was killed as a fire broke out at a storage tank in the Kandla port of Gujarat

Eight people were killed and 25 injured after a fire broke out at a firecracker factory in Jharkhand's Kumardubi today morning. 8 people dead, 25 injured after fire broke out at a firecracker factory in #Jharkhand's #Kumardubi; five fire tenders at the spot. pic.twitter.com/OGxMhC46om — ANI (@ANI) September 25, 2017 × Five fire tenders have been rushed to the spot. The same day 20 people were injured after fire broke out at a firecracker factory in Amdanga in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. On Sunday night, one person was killed and another injured as a fire broke out at a storage tank in the Kandla port of Gujarat. The fire was doused today morning. #Gujarat: Fire broke out in storage tank near oil jetty at Kandla port late last night, doused this morning. One dead, one injured pic.twitter.com/RrG7VDvpHp — ANI (@ANI) September 25, 2017 ×

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