Eight people, including children, were killed as a fire broke out near Gulzar House in the Hyderabad Old City, an area close to the historical monument Charminar. Several others remain trapped as rescue operations continue.
The victims have been identified as Abhisekh Modi (30), Rajender Kumar (67), Munnibhai (72), Sumitra (65), Iraj (2 years), Arushi Jain (17), Harshali Gupta (7 years), and Sheetaj Jain (37). Among the victims are two children and one minor.
Rescue teams have successfully saved between 10 to 15 people so far. The local MLA has visited the site to assess the situation and coordinate relief efforts.
Union Minister and state BJP chief G Kishan Reddy, along with Telangana Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, also reached the spot to oversee the ongoing operations. Former Charminar MLA and AIMIM leader Mumtaz Ahmed Khan was present at the site as well.
The Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy, has spoken to concerned Minister Ponnam Prabhakar to obtain detailed updates on the incident. The Chief Minister also reached out by phone to console the families affected by the fire.
The Chief Minister further instructed Minister Prabhakar to take all necessary steps to support the families impacted by the disaster. He emphasised ensuring the best possible medical care for those injured in the blaze.
Furthermore, Revanth Reddy directed Nagireddy, Inspector General, to remain at the site and supervise the ongoing rescue operations closely.
Source: India Today