A devastating fire near Gulzar House in Hyderabad's Old City, close to the iconic Charminar, has claimed the lives of eight people, including three children and minors, and left several others trapped, sparking a massive emergency response.
Victims Identified
The deceased have been identified as:
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Abhisekh Modi (30)
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Rajender Kumar (67)
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Munnibhai (72)
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Sumitra (65)
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Iraj (2 years)
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Arushi Jain (17)
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Harshali Gupta (7 years)
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Sheetaj Jain (37)
The presence of young children among the victims has further intensified the tragedy and drawn public mourning across the city.
Rescue Efforts and Leadership Response
Emergency teams have so far rescued 10 to 15 people, with operations still underway as several individuals remain trapped inside the affected building. The cause of the fire is yet to be officially confirmed.
Top political leaders rushed to the scene to coordinate and assess the situation, including:
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Union Minister and BJP Telangana chief G Kishan Reddy
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Telangana Minister Ponnam Prabhakar
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AIMIM leader and former MLA Mumtaz Ahmed Khan
Local MLA and administrative officials have been actively involved in managing relief and rescue coordination.
CM Revanth Reddy’s Direct Involvement
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has taken swift and personal interest in the tragedy. He:
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Spoke to Minister Ponnam Prabhakar to get detailed reports.
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Called affected families to express condolences.
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Instructed authorities to ensure top-tier medical care for the injured.
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Directed Inspector General Nagireddy to remain on-site and oversee rescue operations firsthand.
The CM emphasized immediate relief, rehabilitation, and psychological support for the bereaved families.
What Happens Next
With rescue operations ongoing and the cause still under investigation, the focus remains on:
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Saving those trapped.
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Providing medical care to survivors.
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Conducting a forensic probe into the cause of the fire.
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Extending state support to the grieving families.
The tragedy has shocked Hyderabad, especially given its proximity to a bustling commercial area near Charminar, and is likely to trigger questions about fire safety and building regulations in densely populated zones.
