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Nine dead, six injured as fire rages through Kolkata hotel
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 09:45 AM
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A massive fire broke out at a hotel in Kolkata, West Bengal, killing nine people and injuring six others, authorities said.
A severe blaze erupted in a hotel located in Kolkata, West Bengal, early on Wednesday, trapping guests and staff inside. Firefighters arrived promptly, but the intensity of the flames made rescue operations challenging. The fire has been contained after several hours of intensive effort.
According to officials, nine individuals lost their lives in the incident, while six sustained injuries of varying severity. The injured have been transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment, and authorities are monitoring their condition.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, with police and fire department officials conducting a joint inquiry. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire may have started in the kitchen area, but a definitive cause has not yet been confirmed.
Local authorities have announced that a detailed probe will be undertaken to assess safety compliance at the hotel and to determine any lapses that may have contributed to the tragedy. The incident has prompted calls for stricter fire safety regulations across hospitality establishments in the city.
The Kolkata municipal corporation has expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured that support will be provided to those affected.
According to officials, nine individuals lost their lives in the incident, while six sustained injuries of varying severity. The injured have been transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment, and authorities are monitoring their condition.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, with police and fire department officials conducting a joint inquiry. Preliminary reports suggest that the fire may have started in the kitchen area, but a definitive cause has not yet been confirmed.
Local authorities have announced that a detailed probe will be undertaken to assess safety compliance at the hotel and to determine any lapses that may have contributed to the tragedy. The incident has prompted calls for stricter fire safety regulations across hospitality establishments in the city.
The Kolkata municipal corporation has expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured that support will be provided to those affected.