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Fire at Kolkata hotel kills nine Bangladeshi nationals
✍️ INDToday
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 06:38 AM
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A blaze erupted in a Kolkata hotel early Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of nine Bangladeshi guests, authorities said.
A fire broke out in a hotel located in central Kolkata on Tuesday morning, prompting an immediate response from fire‑brigade units and police. The blaze was first reported at around 8:30 a.m., and thick smoke was seen billowing from the building's upper floors.
Emergency services evacuated the premises and rescued several occupants, but nine guests from Bangladesh were found dead at the scene. Hospital officials confirmed that all the victims were Bangladeshi nationals staying at the hotel for business travel.
Kolkata police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest a possible electrical fault, but officials have not ruled out other factors. The fire department has sealed the hotel pending a safety audit.
State authorities have expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and have promised a thorough inquiry. The incident has reignited calls for stricter fire‑safety compliance in commercial establishments across West Bengal.
Emergency services evacuated the premises and rescued several occupants, but nine guests from Bangladesh were found dead at the scene. Hospital officials confirmed that all the victims were Bangladeshi nationals staying at the hotel for business travel.
Kolkata police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest a possible electrical fault, but officials have not ruled out other factors. The fire department has sealed the hotel pending a safety audit.
State authorities have expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and have promised a thorough inquiry. The incident has reignited calls for stricter fire‑safety compliance in commercial establishments across West Bengal.