India news: Several killed in Kolkata hotel fire

At least nine people have died, including some Bangladeshi nationals, authorities said. Meanwhile, the building's owner was reportedly absconding. DW has more.

9 killed in Indian budget hotel fire after suspected air-con explosion

At least nine people were killed and several others injured in a fire at a hotel in the Indian city of Kolkata on Wednesday, a senior fire department official said. “Nine people were killed, including a child, in the fire that broke out early on Wednesday,” said Anuj Sharma, the fire services director of West Bengal state. “Thick smoke enveloped the hotel. Some victims were found in the bathrooms.” Five fire engines were deployed to bring the blaze under control, while police and disaster...

By Agence France-Presse

‘It was like a horror movie’: Kolkata hotel fire survivors recount night of terror

A devastating fire in a Kolkata hotel claimed nine lives early Wednesday morning. Survivors recounted a night of terror as dark smoke engulfed the building's upper floors. Many guests alleged the establishment lacked essential fire alarms and adequate safety equipment. Prompt action by fire brigade personnel saved approximately eighty lives from the dangerous blaze. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause and potential safety regulation violations.

By TOI CITY DESK

Kolkata hotel fire: Nine dead, six injured in massive blaze at Mirza Ghalib Street in West Bengal - The Economic Times

Kolkata hotel fire: Nine dead, six injured in massive blaze at Mirza Ghalib Street in West Bengal  The Economic Times

Night of smoke, darkness, desperate escape: Survivors recount Kolkata hotel fire ordeal

Among them were several Bangladeshis who had come to Kolkata for business, medical treatment or a holiday.

At least nine killed in Kolkata hotel fire

At least nine people were killed, including a child, in a fire at a hotel in India’s eastern city of Kolkata on Wednesday, local police said. The hotel is located in a congested area in central Kolkata and is known for budget accommodations and restaurants. The fire broke out at around 2:50 a.m. local time on the second […]

At least nine killed, several injured in hotel fire in India's Kolkata

The cause of the fire is still unknown. The hotel is located in central Kolkata, an area known for budget accommodations and restaurants.

Bangladeshi Nationals Among 9 Dead In Kolkata Hotel Fire, AC Blast Suspected

Initial reports suggest the fire may have been triggered by an air-conditioner explosion, though the exact cause is yet to be confirmed.

Kolkata hotel fire kills 9, including child; deceased identified as Bangladeshi nationals - Moneycontrol.com

Kolkata hotel fire kills 9, including child; deceased identified as Bangladeshi nationals  Moneycontrol.com

Fire in a building housing several hotels in eastern India kills 9 and injures 6

At least nine killed in hotel fire in India's Kolkata

Hotel is located in congested area in central Kolkata and is known for budget accommodations and restaurants

By Reuters

Nine die in India hotel fire

Nine people, including a child, died in a hotel fire in Kolkata, India. Thick smoke enveloped the budget hotel, with an AC explosion suspected. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/nine-die-in-india-hotel-fire/

By Punch Newspapers

At least nine killed in hotel fire in India’s Kolkata

At least nine people were killed, including a child, in a fire at a ​hotel in India's eastern city of Kolkata ‌on Wednesday, local police said.

By Abubakar Ibrahim