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Three Newborns Perish in Fire at Maharashtra Hospital NICU
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🗓 25 Aug 2026, 03:37 PM
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A fire broke out in the neonatal intensive care unit of a hospital in Maharashtra, killing three newborn babies, authorities said.
A blaze erupted in the neonatal intensive care unit of a hospital in Maharashtra, leading to the deaths of three newborn infants.
Emergency services arrived at the scene within minutes, but the fire had already claimed the lives of the babies. No other patients or staff were reported injured.
Hospital officials confirmed that the incident is under investigation. Fire safety protocols for the unit are being reviewed to prevent a recurrence.
The incident has prompted calls from health authorities for stricter enforcement of fire safety measures in all neonatal care facilities across the state.
Emergency services arrived at the scene within minutes, but the fire had already claimed the lives of the babies. No other patients or staff were reported injured.
Hospital officials confirmed that the incident is under investigation. Fire safety protocols for the unit are being reviewed to prevent a recurrence.
The incident has prompted calls from health authorities for stricter enforcement of fire safety measures in all neonatal care facilities across the state.