A fire in India's Jhansi NICU killed 10 newborns and injured 16, prompting a safety investigation.

A fire broke out in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, India, killing 10 newborns and critically injuring 16 others. The fire, which occurred late Friday night, is believed to have been caused by an electrical short circuit. The incident has sparked calls for a thorough investigation and raised concerns about hospital safety measures. The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister ordered an inquiry, and financial aid was announced for affected families.

November 15, 2024
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