NEW DELHI: At least 14 people died in a fire incident in hotel near Falpatti Machhua in central Kolkata on Tuesday, a senior police officer said. The rescue operations are under way.
"This fire incident took place at around 8.15pm at the premises of Rituraj Hotel . Fourteen bodies have been recovered, and several people have been rescued by the teams," Manoj Kumar Verma, Kolkata Police Commissioner, told reporters.
"The fire is under control, and rescue is underway. Further investigation is underway. A special team has also been formed for the investigation," he added.
BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar expressed condolences over the deaths and he urged the Mamata Banrejee government to take immediate action.
"I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of a fellow citizen, Mr. Manoj Paswan (aged 40), in a horrific fire at a hotel in the Mechua area of Kolkata’s Burrabazar. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and pray to the Almighty for the Sadhgati of his departed soul. I urge the state administration to immediately rescue those affected, ensure their safety, and provide them with necessary medical and humanitarian assistance. Additionally, I appeal for a thorough review and more strict monitoring of fire safety measures to prevent such tragic incidents in the future," he said.
"This fire incident took place at around 8.15pm at the premises of Rituraj Hotel . Fourteen bodies have been recovered, and several people have been rescued by the teams," Manoj Kumar Verma, Kolkata Police Commissioner, told reporters.
"The fire is under control, and rescue is underway. Further investigation is underway. A special team has also been formed for the investigation," he added.
BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar expressed condolences over the deaths and he urged the Mamata Banrejee government to take immediate action.
"I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of a fellow citizen, Mr. Manoj Paswan (aged 40), in a horrific fire at a hotel in the Mechua area of Kolkata’s Burrabazar. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and pray to the Almighty for the Sadhgati of his departed soul. I urge the state administration to immediately rescue those affected, ensure their safety, and provide them with necessary medical and humanitarian assistance. Additionally, I appeal for a thorough review and more strict monitoring of fire safety measures to prevent such tragic incidents in the future," he said.
I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of a fellow citizen, Mr. Manoj Paswan (aged 40), in a horrific fire at a hotel in the Mechua area of Kolkata’s Burrabazar. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and pray to the Almighty for the Sadhgati of his departed soul.
— Dr. Sukanta Majumdar (@DrSukantaBJP) April 29, 2025
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