May 25th 2024.
Yesterday, a devastating fire broke out at an amusement park in Gujarat state, located in western India. The tragic incident claimed the lives of at least 27 people, including multiple children, according to reports from both the police and media outlets. The fire started at a park in the city of Rajkot, which is also situated in Gujarat state.
Raju Bhargava, the Police Commissioner, informed the public that the blaze was now under control and a rescue operation was currently in progress. Vinayak Patel, a police officer, shared that identifying the bodies was proving to be a difficult task. As authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, they detained the owner and manager of the amusement park for questioning.
According to Patel, who was quoted by the Press Trust of India news agency, a total of 27 individuals had lost their lives in the tragedy. Among the deceased were four children below the age of 12. The amusement park was a popular destination for families, especially during the school summer vacation and over the weekend.
Reports from the scene showed firefighters working tirelessly to clear debris from collapsed structures with tin roofs. These structures were reportedly used for various activities such as bowling, go-carting, and trampolining. The park was privately owned by Yuvraj Singh Solanki, and Bhargava announced that the police would be filing a case of negligence against him.
Bhargava stated, "We will be registering an offense for negligence and the tragic deaths that have occurred. Further investigations will take place once we have completed the rescue operation." The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, expressed his distress over the incident on social media, saying, "I am extremely saddened by the fire in Rajkot. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. Prayers for the injured."
Unfortunately, fires are all too common in India due to the disregard for building laws and safety regulations by both builders and residents. This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of following these laws and codes to prevent such devastating accidents from occurring in the future.
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