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Aliganj Fire Tragedy: 15 Dead in Lucknow Building Blaze, CM Orders Probe
✍️ Latestly
🗓 23 Jun 2026, 09:02 AM
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A devastating fire in a commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj area has resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the scene and has ordered a high-level inquiry into the incident.
Lucknow is grappling with a severe tragedy following a large-scale fire that engulfed a commercial building in the Aliganj neighborhood. The incident, which occurred on June 22nd, 2026, has claimed the lives of at least 15 individuals. Emergency services worked to contain the blaze, but the extent of the damage and the high casualty count underscore the severity of the event.
In response to the disaster, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath promptly visited the Aliganj site. He assessed the situation and expressed his condolences to the families of the victims. The Chief Minister has directed authorities to conduct a thorough, high-level inquiry to determine the cause of the fire and to ensure accountability.
Further details regarding the building's occupancy and the circumstances leading to the fire are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. The administration has pledged support for the affected families.
In response to the disaster, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath promptly visited the Aliganj site. He assessed the situation and expressed his condolences to the families of the victims. The Chief Minister has directed authorities to conduct a thorough, high-level inquiry to determine the cause of the fire and to ensure accountability.
Further details regarding the building's occupancy and the circumstances leading to the fire are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. The administration has pledged support for the affected families.