Madhya Pradesh CM Yadav mourns four deaths in Ujjain hotel collapse, pledges assistance

A hotel in Ujjain collapsed early on Monday, killing four guests and injuring several others, according to local authorities. Rescue teams worked through the night to clear debris and transport the injured to nearby hospitals.
Chief Minister Yadav visited the site later in the day, offering his condolences to the families of the deceased. He described the loss as a "deep tragedy" for the state and pledged immediate assistance.
The state government announced a cash relief package for the families of the victims and promised to cover medical expenses for the injured. Officials also said an inquiry would be launched to determine the cause of the collapse and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Local police have cordoned off the area while forensic teams examine structural failures. The hotel management has been asked to cooperate fully with the investigation.
The incident has sparked concerns about building safety standards in the region, prompting calls for stricter inspections.