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Nine Bangladeshis Die in Fire at Kolkata Hotel
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🗓 20 Aug 2026, 06:38 AM
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A fire at a Kolkata hotel claimed the lives of nine Bangladeshi nationals, according to police officials.
A blaze erupted in a hotel located in Kolkata, West Bengal, resulting in the deaths of nine Bangladeshi nationals. Police officials confirmed the fatalities and said the incident was brought under control after fire‑fighters arrived at the scene.
The victims, all identified as Bangladeshi citizens, were found inside the premises when the fire broke out. Local emergency services rescued several others, but the death toll stood at nine as of the latest police briefing.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. While no official cause has been released, police have said they are examining the building's safety compliance and any possible negligence.
The Bangladesh High Commission in Kolkata has been notified, and consular officials are assisting the families of the deceased. The incident has raised concerns about safety standards in hotels that cater to foreign workers and travelers.
The victims, all identified as Bangladeshi citizens, were found inside the premises when the fire broke out. Local emergency services rescued several others, but the death toll stood at nine as of the latest police briefing.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. While no official cause has been released, police have said they are examining the building's safety compliance and any possible negligence.
The Bangladesh High Commission in Kolkata has been notified, and consular officials are assisting the families of the deceased. The incident has raised concerns about safety standards in hotels that cater to foreign workers and travelers.