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Nine killed as fire engulfs hotel in Kolkata, West Bengal
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🗓 20 Aug 2026, 11:39 AM
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A blaze at a Kolkata hotel has claimed at least nine lives, authorities said.
A fire broke out in a hotel in Kolkata, West Bengal, leaving at least nine people dead, officials confirmed. Emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving distress calls, and firefighters battled the flames for several hours before bringing the blaze under control.
The death toll includes both guests and staff members, though exact identities have not been released. Several injured persons were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, with their conditions described as stable.
Local police and fire department officials have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest a possible electrical fault, but authorities have not ruled out other factors.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety inspections of hotels in the city, with the municipal corporation pledging a review of fire safety compliance across hospitality establishments.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and more details become available.
The death toll includes both guests and staff members, though exact identities have not been released. Several injured persons were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, with their conditions described as stable.
Local police and fire department officials have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest a possible electrical fault, but authorities have not ruled out other factors.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety inspections of hotels in the city, with the municipal corporation pledging a review of fire safety compliance across hospitality establishments.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and more details become available.