Eight people lost their lives in a massive fire that broke out in Shrey Hospital in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The fire broke out in ICU ward, and three women and five men had lost their lives. Other patients who were undergoing treatment there have been moved to SVP hospital.
The fire had broken out on the night of August 5th, following which two of the victims have been charred beyond recognition. An unbiased probe has been promised in this issue by the Principal Health Secretary.
Chief Minister Vijay Rupani has ordered an investigation into the incident and Additional Chief Secretary (Home Department) Sangeeta Singh, will be leading the probe, said a statement released by the CMO. Assistant Commissioner of Police LB Zala told PTI that forensic experts have arrived at the site for a detailed investigation.
Prime Minister Modi took to Twitter to express his condolences and said that he had spoken to Ahmedabad mayor Bijal Patel to take control of the situation. He announced an ex gratia of ₹ 2 lakh to the kin of the victims. Furthermore, ₹ 50000 each would be given to those who had been injured due to the fire the hospital. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also expressed his condolences to the families.
Saddened by the tragic hospital fire in Ahmedabad. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Spoke to CM @vijayrupanibjp Ji and Mayor @ibijalpatel Ji regarding the situation. Administration is providing all possible assistance to the affected.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2020
Ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who have lost their lives due to the hospital fire in Ahmedabad. Rs. 50,000 each would be given to those injured due to the hospital fire.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) August 6, 2020