In Brief
- Two infants died in a fire at Telangana's Adilabad hospital SNCU ward.
- Chief Minister ordered an inquiry and report on fire causes.
- 25 children were rescued from the burning ward.
- Investigation is underway to determine the incident's causes and prevent future occurrences.
Two infants tragically died in a fire accident at the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of a hospital in Adilabad, Telangana. The fire broke out in the SNCU ward, where 25 children were receiving treatment. All the other children were successfully rescued by hospital staff and emergency responders, averting further casualties.
Telangana Chief Minister promptly responded to the incident by ordering an inquiry into the fire. Officials were directed to submit a detailed report on the incident's causes and recommend safety measures. The investigation aims to establish the reasons behind the fire and improve hospital safety protocols to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The incident has raised concerns about fire safety in healthcare facilities, prompting calls for stricter oversight and emergency preparedness within hospitals across the state. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide assistance to affected families.
