A fire that broke out in a hotel near the Patna Junction railway station on Thursday resulted in the death of at least six people, according to a senior official. Rescue operations were underway, with more than 20 people already brought to safety.
Shobha Ohatkar, DG of Home Guard and Fire Services, who arrived at the scene, addressed reporters, stating, "We have conducted fire audits of over 16,000 hotels, and the process is ongoing. Hotels are provided with specific instructions during the fire audit. Some comply, while others do not, which is due to negligence. Prima facie, it appears the fire broke out due to a cylinder blast."
"We have successfully brought the blaze, which was reported around 11 am, under control. The exact cause will be determined through a thorough investigation, and appropriate action will be taken accordingly," Ohatkar added.
