#WATCH | Delhi: Morning visuals from a newborn Baby Care Hospital in Vivek Vihar where a massive fire broke out last night claiming the lives of 6 newborn babies.
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One newborn baby is on the ventilator and 5 others are admitted to a hospital. pic.twitter.com/cLvIUWIx9e
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:48am on 26 May 2024,Sunday India
A devastating fire engulfed a children's hospital in Delhi's Vivek Vihar, resulting in the deaths of seven newborns. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and announced Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for the families of the deceased, with Rs 50,000 for the injured. The Delhi Police filed an FIR against the hospital's proprietor, Naveen Chinchi, who is currently missing. Lt Governor VK Saxena ordered an inquiry into the incident, while firefighters rescued 12 newborns amidst challenging conditions. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire and the hospital's compliance with safety regulations.
