On Saturday, a devastating fire broke out at an arcade in the western Indian city of Rajkot, resulting in the loss of at least 20 lives. The local police commissioner, Raju Bhargava, confirmed that the fire has been brought under control, and rescue operations are currently ongoing.
Bhargava stated, 'We are making every effort to recover as many bodies as possible. So far, approximately 20 bodies have been recovered and have been transferred to the hospital for further examination.'
The Chief Minister of Gujarat state, Bhupendra Patel, announced that a special investigation team will be formed by the state government to look into the tragic incident.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences for the victims of the fire. In a statement, he said, 'The fire tragedy in Rajkot has deeply saddened us all. Gujarat CM Bhupendrabhai Patel Ji has informed me about the ongoing efforts to provide necessary assistance to those affected.'
This unfortunate event has sent shockwaves through the community, and authorities are working diligently to ensure that all necessary support is provided to the victims and their families. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, and further details are expected to emerge as the inquiry progresses.
