A tragic incident unfolded in eastern India as a major fire broke out at a restaurant and hotel, claiming the lives of at least six individuals and leaving 20 others injured. The fire was triggered by a cooking gas cylinder explosion during mealtime at the restaurant, quickly spreading to the adjacent hotel located in Patna, the capital of Bihar state.
Local fire officer Satya Prakash reported that firefighters swiftly responded to the emergency, rescuing around 40 people from the engulfed buildings. The firefighting efforts involved more than a dozen fire engines that worked tirelessly to extinguish the blaze. The hotel's proximity to Patna's railroad station added complexity to the rescue operation due to the congested surroundings.
