A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the fire at Shika Inn hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in central Kolkata that killed nine people, including a child, officials said.The blaze broke out around 2 am on Wednesday (Aug 19) at the hotel, which falls under the New Market police station area. Around 60 people were rescued from the building, while several others were injured.<h2>What will the SIT do?</h2>The SIT will now investigate the circumstances that led to the fire and examine whether the hotel complied with the required safety norms.It will be headed by Bhagirath Ghosh, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Administration) in the Kolkata Police Detective Department. The team will examine the circumstances surrounding the fire as well as the hotel's safety and compliance measures.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nine-killed-six-injured-in-massive-fire-at-kolkata-hotel-1787107135582">Kolkata hotel fire: Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment among killed</a><h2>Five Bangladeshi nationals among the dead</h2>According to the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, five of those killed have been identified as Bangladeshi nationals.&nbsp;Officials from the mission reached the scene after receiving information about the fire and collected details about the victims and those injured. "According to local authorities, a total of nine people have died in the fire so far. Local police have confirmed the identities of five Bangladeshi nationals among the deceased," the Deputy High Commission said.It said four of the deceased Bangladeshi nationals belonged to the same family. The commission has contacted their families.Six Bangladeshi nationals who were injured were released after receiving primary treatment, it added. According to reports, some of the Bangladeshi victims may have travelled to Kolkata for medical treatment.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/severe-fire-at-hotel-shikha-inn-in-kolkata-s-new-market-claims-nine-lives-1787111375701">Severe fire at Hotel Shikha Inn in Kolkata’s New Market claims nine lives</a><h2>CM raises fire safety concerns</h2>West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari expressed concern over the tragedy and said the administration was focused on rescue, relief, and determining what led to the blaze.In a post on X, Adhikari described the incident as a grim reminder of what he called the "legacy of negligence" left by the previous regime. He alleged that structures had been allowed to operate as hotels and other businesses without adequate enforcement of mandatory fire safety requirements.The chief minister also alleged that basic compliance audits had not been carried out under the previous administration. He said the current government was working to enforce safety standards.Adhikari assured those affected that the administration would provide all possible assistance and directed officials to ensure that injured victims receive the "absolute best medical attention and support".&nbsp;

An SIT has been formed to investigate what happened inside the Shika Inn hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street after a fire tore through the Kolkata Hotel, killing nine people, including a child.  

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the fire at Shika Inn hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in central Kolkata that killed nine people, including a child, officials said. The blaze broke out around 2 am on Wednesday (Aug 19) at the hotel, which falls under the New Market police station area. Around 60 people were rescued from the building, while several others were injured. What will the SIT do? The SIT will now investigate the circumstances that led to the fire and examine whether the hotel complied with the required safety norms. It will be headed by Bhagirath Ghosh, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Administration) in the Kolkata Police Detective Department. The team will examine the circumstances surrounding the fire as well as the hotel's safety and compliance measures. Also read | Kolkata hotel fire: Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment among killed Five Bangladeshi nationals among the dead According to the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, five of those killed have been identified as Bangladeshi nationals. Officials from the mission reached the scene after receiving information about the fire and collected details about the victims and those injured. "According to local authorities, a total of nine people have died in the fire so far. Local police have confirmed the identities of five Bangladeshi nationals among the deceased," the Deputy High Commission said. It said four of the deceased Bangladeshi nationals belonged to the same family. The commission has contacted their families. Six Bangladeshi nationals who were injured were released after receiving primary treatment, it added. According to reports, some of the Bangladeshi victims may have travelled to Kolkata for medical treatment. Also read | Severe fire at Hotel Shikha Inn in Kolkata’s New Market claims nine lives CM raises fire safety concerns West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari expressed concern over the tragedy and said the administration was focused on rescue, relief, and determining what led to the blaze. In a post on X, Adhikari described the incident as a grim reminder of what he called the "legacy of negligence" left by the previous regime. He alleged that structures had been allowed to operate as hotels and other businesses without adequate enforcement of mandatory fire safety requirements. The chief minister also alleged that basic compliance audits had not been carried out under the previous administration. He said the current government was working to enforce safety standards. Adhikari assured those affected that the administration would provide all possible assistance and directed officials to ensure that injured victims receive the "absolute best medical attention and support".

An SIT has been formed to investigate what happened inside the Shika Inn hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street after a fire tore through the Kolkata Hotel, killing nine people, including a child. &nbsp;

Kolkata hotel fire: SIT formed to probe blaze that killed 9, including child

The aftermath of the recent hotel fire in Tarapith had barely begun to settle when another tragic blaze struck the city. A severe fire broke out at Hotel Shikha Inn near Mirza Ghalib Street in New Market in the early hours of Wednesday, claiming nine lives and leaving several others injured.The fire is believed to have started around 1:45 am after an air conditioner burst. It quickly spread to four rooms of the hotel, trapping several guests inside. Five fire engines and the police and Disaster Management. Department personnel rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control. Police have since cordoned off the area around the hotel.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nine-killed-six-injured-in-massive-fire-at-kolkata-hotel-1787107135582">Kolkata hotel fire: Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment among killed</a>The fire department confirmed that nine people were rescued in an unconscious condition and taken to Medical College Hospital (MCH), Kolkata, where they were declared dead. The deceased comprise six men, two women and one male child. Some of the victims were Bangladeshi nationals who had come to Kolkata for medical treatment. Another six people fell ill due to smoke inhalation and have been admitted to hospital.Locals said many guests managed to climb onto the roof to escape the flames. However, the nine who were found unconscious apparently never woke up from their sleep and are believed to have succumbed to smoke inhalation.The hotel owner remains untraceable. The manager has been detained by New Market police station for questioning as investigations continue.

The fire is believed to have started around 1:45 am after an air conditioner burst. It quickly spread to four rooms of the hotel, trapping several guests inside. Five fire engines and the police and Disaster Management.

The aftermath of the recent hotel fire in Tarapith had barely begun to settle when another tragic blaze struck the city. A severe fire broke out at Hotel Shikha Inn near Mirza Ghalib Street in New Market in the early hours of Wednesday, claiming nine lives and leaving several others injured. The fire is believed to have started around 1:45 am after an air conditioner burst. It quickly spread to four rooms of the hotel, trapping several guests inside. Five fire engines and the police and Disaster Management. Department personnel rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control. Police have since cordoned off the area around the hotel. Also read | Kolkata hotel fire: Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment among killed The fire department confirmed that nine people were rescued in an unconscious condition and taken to Medical College Hospital (MCH), Kolkata, where they were declared dead. The deceased comprise six men, two women and one male child. Some of the victims were Bangladeshi nationals who had come to Kolkata for medical treatment. Another six people fell ill due to smoke inhalation and have been admitted to hospital. Locals said many guests managed to climb onto the roof to escape the flames. However, the nine who were found unconscious apparently never woke up from their sleep and are believed to have succumbed to smoke inhalation. The hotel owner remains untraceable. The manager has been detained by New Market police station for questioning as investigations continue.

The fire is believed to have started around 1:45 am after an air conditioner burst. It quickly spread to four rooms of the hotel, trapping several guests inside. Five fire engines and the police and Disaster Management.

Severe fire at Hotel Shikha Inn in Kolkata’s New Market claims nine lives

Nine people were killed and six others were wounded after a massive fire broke out at a hotel in Kolkata’s Mirza Ghalib Street early Wednesday (Aug 19). According to the fire department, the deceased were Bangladeshi nationals who were here for medical treatment. The incident happened around 2 am. Fire department personnel rushed to the site to launch rescue operations. The area has been cordoned off by the authorities.Those injured in the incident were taken to the hospital for treatment. Their condition was not immediately known. It was unclear what started the fire. Officials said that an investigation was launched into the circumstances that led to the deaths in the fire.“The dense smoke made it difficult for firefighters to climb the staircase and reach the upper floors. While nine people have died, more deaths are feared,” a police officer told PTI.“Our priority is to rescue those trapped and determine the reasons for the fire. The flames have been doused, and the cooling process is underway,” he added.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/severe-fire-at-hotel-shikha-inn-in-kolkata-s-new-market-claims-nine-lives-1787111375701">Severe fire at Hotel Shikha Inn in Kolkata’s New Market claims nine lives</a>Arafat Hussain, a Bangladeshi national who was staying at the hotel, said, “I am here for medical purposes. At night, I heard a lot of commotion on the second floor. I have been staying in this hotel for a month now. I have got to know that 9 people have died. I am shifting to another hotel now.”

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In a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on X, “Extremely pained to learn about the loss of lives due to a fire mishap in Kolkata. My condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this tragedy. May the injured recover at the earliest. The local administration is assisting those who are affected.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Extremely pained to learn about the loss of lives due to a fire mishap in Kolkata. My condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this tragedy. May the injured recover at the earliest. The local administration is assisting those who are affected: PM <a href="https://x.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>&mdash; PMO India (@PMOIndia) <a href="https://x.com/PMOIndia/status/2089954702221799588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Tarapith hotel fire claims 8 lives</h2>The incident comes a day after another fire in West Bengal's Birbhum that killed at least eight people and injured several others. The blaze started at around 4:30 am on the ground floor of a five-storey hotel building in Tarapith. At the time of fire, most guests were asleep.Superintendent of Police of Birbhum District Vidit Raj Bhundesh said, “Around 5 in the morning, Tarapith police station received information about a fire at a hotel which was near the police station. A total of 43 were rescued from the hotel. Nine among them were taken to hospital; 8 of them were declared dead. One is undergoing treatment. The FASL team and our fire department officers are currently working to ascertain the cause of the fire.”

Nine Bangladeshi nationals died and six were injured after a massive fire broke out at a Kolkata hotel on Free School Street early Wednesday.

Nine people were killed and six others were wounded after a massive fire broke out at a hotel in Kolkata’s Mirza Ghalib Street early Wednesday (Aug 19). According to the fire department, the deceased were Bangladeshi nationals who were here for medical treatment. The incident happened around 2 am. Fire department personnel rushed to the site to launch rescue operations. The area has been cordoned off by the authorities. Those injured in the incident were taken to the hospital for treatment. Their condition was not immediately known. It was unclear what started the fire. Officials said that an investigation was launched into the circumstances that led to the deaths in the fire. “The dense smoke made it difficult for firefighters to climb the staircase and reach the upper floors. While nine people have died, more deaths are feared,” a police officer told PTI. “Our priority is to rescue those trapped and determine the reasons for the fire. The flames have been doused, and the cooling process is underway,” he added. Also read | Severe fire at Hotel Shikha Inn in Kolkata’s New Market claims nine lives Arafat Hussain, a Bangladeshi national who was staying at the hotel, said, “I am here for medical purposes. At night, I heard a lot of commotion on the second floor. I have been staying in this hotel for a month now. I have got to know that 9 people have died. I am shifting to another hotel now.”

Nine Bangladeshi nationals died and six were injured after a massive fire broke out at a Kolkata hotel on Free School Street early Wednesday.

Kolkata hotel fire: Bangladeshi nationals seeking medical treatment among killed

West Bengal Minister Kaushik Chaudhury, on Thursday, said that around 4000 EVMs were destroyed in a fire at a government building in Kolkata. The massive fire broke out at the nine-storey building in south Kolkata's Alipore area on Wednesday. It housed the South 24 Parganas Zilla Parishad office along with other offices. The police have launched an investigation following an FIR in connection with the incident.“Apart from a few government offices, including one linked to the midday meal scheme in schools, around 4,000 EVMs were destroyed. They were kept on the eighth and ninth floors. There were EVMs from around 10 Assembly constituencies,” said the minister of state for fire and emergency services.&nbsp;After inspecting the fire, Chowdhury said it does not appear to be a normal fire. "We are examining whether there was any sabotage. It is still not clear how the fire reached the ninth and tenth floors." According to him, the blaze was first noticed on the second and third floors of the building, and there is no clear indication how it reached the seventh, eight and ninth floors. He said he was waiting for the forensic report to get a better idea. He added that the gutted EVMs had been deployed across 10 constituencies during the recent West Bengal Assembly elections.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-medical-checkup-22-doctors-white-house-record-1781265288182">Donald Trump's medical checkup involved 22 doctors, setting a White House record</a>Over ten fire tenders were deployed to battle the flames, with emergency operations stretching nearly 24 hours to entirely cool down hotspots. The building was the office of arrested TMC leader Jahangir Khan. The zila parishad is run by TMC, and it is considered to be a bastion of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee.&nbsp;

Around 4,000 electronic voting machines were destroyed in a massive fire at a government building in Kolkata's Alipore area. Authorities are investigating whether sabotage played a role.

West Bengal Minister Kaushik Chaudhury, on Thursday, said that around 4000 EVMs were destroyed in a fire at a government building in Kolkata. The massive fire broke out at the nine-storey building in south Kolkata's Alipore area on Wednesday. It housed the South 24 Parganas Zilla Parishad office along with other offices. The police have launched an investigation following an FIR in connection with the incident. “Apart from a few government offices, including one linked to the midday meal scheme in schools, around 4,000 EVMs were destroyed. They were kept on the eighth and ninth floors. There were EVMs from around 10 Assembly constituencies,” said the minister of state for fire and emergency services. After inspecting the fire, Chowdhury said it does not appear to be a normal fire. "We are examining whether there was any sabotage. It is still not clear how the fire reached the ninth and tenth floors." According to him, the blaze was first noticed on the second and third floors of the building, and there is no clear indication how it reached the seventh, eight and ninth floors. He said he was waiting for the forensic report to get a better idea. He added that the gutted EVMs had been deployed across 10 constituencies during the recent West Bengal Assembly elections. Also Read: Donald Trump's medical checkup involved 22 doctors, setting a White House record Over ten fire tenders were deployed to battle the flames, with emergency operations stretching nearly 24 hours to entirely cool down hotspots. The building was the office of arrested TMC leader Jahangir Khan. The zila parishad is run by TMC, and it is considered to be a bastion of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee.

Around 4,000 electronic voting machines were destroyed in a massive fire at a government building in Kolkata's Alipore area. Authorities are investigating whether sabotage played a role.

Around 4,000 EVMs destroyed in Kolkata fire, sabotage angle under investigation

A massive fire broke out at&nbsp;Burrabazar wholesale market located in central Kolkata on Monday night. At least 30 fire engines were&nbsp;deployed to douse the fire. Reports in the morning said even though there were no casualties but the fire hasn&#39;t been completely doused, firefighters are still at the spot.

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According to reports, the fire was first seen around 9:30 pm(Indian Standard Time) on Monday night at a multi-storey, where few people stay, near Burrabazar Police Station.&nbsp;

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The fire intensified due to the presence of inflammable material, including gas cylinders in the godown, a senior official of the fire department told PTI.

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&quot;There is no report of any casualty so far and few persons who were trapped inside the building have been rescued,&quot; the official said, adding people living in the adjacent buildings were also evacuated.

&quot;It is a massive fire and we are trying to douse it, but the thick smoke is making it difficult for us to reach the spot since the building is located in a congested area behind Burrabazar police station. The blaze is also spreading fast due to the presence of inflammable materials,&quot; he said.

State Fire minister Sovan Chatterjee, who rushed to the spot, said, &quot;We are trying hard to douse the fire. Our senior officers are here.&quot;

A police officer said, &quot;The entire area has been cordoned off for the convenience of the firefighters.Traffic at Rabindra Sarani has been stopped while the traffic in the MG road area was partially stopped.&quot;

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Reports said even though there were no casualties but the fire hasn't been completely doused, firefighters are still at the spot

A massive fire broke out at Burrabazar wholesale market located in central Kolkata on Monday night. At least 30 fire engines were deployed to douse the fire. Reports in the morning said even though there were no casualties but the fire hasn't been completely doused, firefighters are still at the spot. Burrabazar fire UPDATE: 30 fire engines continue to be at the spot, fire under control but not completely doused #Kolkata pic.twitter.com/qxxiHD6g7y — ANI (@ANI_news) February 28, 2017 × According to reports, the fire was first seen around 9:30 pm(Indian Standard Time) on Monday night at a multi-storey, where few people stay, near Burrabazar Police Station. The fire broke out last night at around 9:30 pm in a two-storeyed building on Amartala Lane in Burrabazar Market. At least 30 fire engines were deployed to douse the fire. No casualties were reported (WION) × The fire intensified due to the presence of inflammable material, including gas cylinders in the godown, a senior official of the fire department told PTI. Burrabazar fire UPDATE: Fire tenders increased to 30, situation not under control #Kolkata pic.twitter.com/TktKQgMGFF — ANI (@ANI_news) February 27, 2017 × "There is no report of any casualty so far and few persons who were trapped inside the building have been rescued," the official said, adding people living in the adjacent buildings were also evacuated. "It is a massive fire and we are trying to douse it, but the thick smoke is making it difficult for us to reach the spot since the building is located in a congested area behind Burrabazar police station. The blaze is also spreading fast due to the presence of inflammable materials," he said. State Fire minister Sovan Chatterjee, who rushed to the spot, said, "We are trying hard to douse the fire. Our senior officers are here." A police officer said, "The entire area has been cordoned off for the convenience of the firefighters.Traffic at Rabindra Sarani has been stopped while the traffic in the MG road area was partially stopped." (WION)

India: Fire breaks out at Kolkata's Burrabazar market, no casualties

A fire that broke out over 17 hours ago at a chemical factory on the southern fringes of Bengal&#39;s capital Kolkata is still to be brought under control.

The fire has also left four firefighters injured,

As many as 38 fire tenders have been deployed to douse the fire that has been raging since Wednesday evening.

The fire broke out on the ground floor of a chemical factory in Madhyamgram near the Kolkata airport at about 6.30 pm on Wednesday.

Because&nbsp;of the&nbsp;presence of highly flammable fluids inside the factory, the fire rapidly spread to the first and second floors.

Fire tenders and hydraulic ladders were rushed to the spot immediately.

While the cause of the fire is yet not known, officials from the fire and emergency services department said there was no fire-fighting equipment inside the factory.

The department has ordered a probe.

A portion of the factory&#39;s ceiling collapsed this morning. Residential buildings around the factory have been evacuated by the fire and emergency services department.

&quot;The area around the factory has been declared as a risk zone. With the fire raging for several hours now, we fear the building might collapse any moment. A portion of the ceiling has already collapsed. Fire is yet to be doused completely,&quot; said a senior fire and emergency services department official.

Meanwhile, locals in the area had to spend the night outside their homes.

&quot;We are finding it difficult to breathe. There a lot of children who live in this area. This can cause a hazard to the health of people residing in this area. We have requested the fire and emergency services department to look into this,&quot; said a local, Suman Bhadra.

The fire was still raging, at the time the last reports came in.

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The fire broke out at a chemical factory, and has left four firefighters injured

A fire that broke out over 17 hours ago at a chemical factory on the southern fringes of Bengal's capital Kolkata is still to be brought under control. The fire has also left four firefighters injured, As many as 38 fire tenders have been deployed to douse the fire that has been raging since Wednesday evening. The fire broke out on the ground floor of a chemical factory in Madhyamgram near the Kolkata airport at about 6.30 pm on Wednesday. Because of the presence of highly flammable fluids inside the factory, the fire rapidly spread to the first and second floors. Fire tenders and hydraulic ladders were rushed to the spot immediately. While the cause of the fire is yet not known, officials from the fire and emergency services department said there was no fire-fighting equipment inside the factory. The department has ordered a probe. A portion of the factory's ceiling collapsed this morning. Residential buildings around the factory have been evacuated by the fire and emergency services department. "The area around the factory has been declared as a risk zone. With the fire raging for several hours now, we fear the building might collapse any moment. A portion of the ceiling has already collapsed. Fire is yet to be doused completely," said a senior fire and emergency services department official. Meanwhile, locals in the area had to spend the night outside their homes. "We are finding it difficult to breathe. There a lot of children who live in this area. This can cause a hazard to the health of people residing in this area. We have requested the fire and emergency services department to look into this," said a local, Suman Bhadra. The fire was still raging, at the time the last reports came in. (WION)

India: 17 hours after it started, Kolkata fire continues to rage

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