Fire at Amravati Hospital Claims 3 Newborn Lives

A large fire erupted on Thursday at the neonatal unit of a hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, engulfing the ward and forcing an immediate evacuation. The blaze resulted in the deaths of three newborns who were under intensive care at the time. Firefighters and police were dispatched within minutes, but the rapid spread of flames limited rescue efforts. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, with officials examining the hospital’s fire‑safety measures and compliance with state regulations. The incident has raised concerns about the adequacy of emergency preparedness in medical facilities across the region.