At least 15 people were killed after a fire broke out in a coaching and computer training institute in Lucknow’s Aliganj area on Monday, officials said. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief and rushed to monitor the situation. Rescue teams evacuated several injured while search operations continued amid fears of more trapped victims.
New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the fire tragedy in Lucknow's Aliganj area that claimed 15 lives and said he was immediately leaving for the city to assess the situation on the ground.
The fire broke out in a building housing a library and a computer training institute in the Aliganj area of Lucknow. The incident claimed the lives of 15 people and left several others injured.
Expressing grief over the tragedy, Singh said he had spoken to officials and was travelling to Lucknow.
"I have just received information about an unfortunate fire incident in Lucknow that has resulted in a heavy loss of life, a truly distressing tragedy. My heartfelt condolences go out to all the bereaved families during this difficult time, and I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured," Singh said.
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