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world-news1 year ago

Tragic Hospital Fire in India Claims Lives of 10 Newborns, Sparks Outrage

A devastating fire at the neonatal intensive care unit of Maharani Lakshmibai Medical College in Jhansi, India, resulted in the deaths of 10 newborns and injuries to 17 others. The blaze, likely caused by a faulty oxygen concentrator, has raised serious concerns about safety protocols, as fire alarms reportedly failed to activate. Emergency responders rescued 38 infants, but the tragedy has prompted calls for accountability and improved safety measures. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, and compensation has been announced for the affected families.