Kolkata blaze claims lives of Bangladeshi family and Jharkhand hotel staffer

A fire broke out in Kolkata, West Bengal, resulting in multiple fatalities. Among those who perished were a family that had arrived from Bangladesh and a staff member of a local hotel who hailed from Jharkhand. Emergency services rushed to the scene, battling the flames and conducting rescue operations. Authorities have begun an investigation to determine the cause of the blaze and to identify all victims. The incident has sparked concern among residents and foreign nationals residing in the city.

The Kolkata Police and fire department have urged the public to cooperate with investigators and have promised assistance to the families of the deceased. Consular officials from Bangladesh have been notified, and support is being coordinated for the affected Bangladeshi family. The hotel where the Jharkhand employee worked has expressed its sorrow and is cooperating with the inquiry.

The city’s administration has called for a review of safety protocols in commercial and residential buildings to prevent similar tragedies in the future.