Massive Fire at Rajkot Gaming Zone Claims 24 Lives, Including 12 Children

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:40pm on 25 May 2024,Saturday India

The death toll in the Rajkot gaming zone fire tragedy has climbed to 24, including 12 children. The blaze erupted in a temporary structure at the TRP game zone during the evening hours. Rajkot Police Commissioner Raju Bhargava confirmed the casualties, with efforts underway to control the fire and rescue trapped individuals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed distress over the tragedy, directing local authorities to provide assistance. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced a special investigation team to probe the incident. Allegations of negligence against the gaming zone owner, Yuvraj Singh Solanki, surfaced as authorities vowed stern action.

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