5 Dead in Massive Fire at Bihar’s Muzaffarpur Hospital, Rescue Ops Underway

Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire: At least five people were killed after a massive fire broke out at Prasad Hospital in Bihar's Muzaffarpur in the early hours of the morning on Thursday, triggering panic among patients and staff. According to initial information, the fire started at around 3 am at the hospital located on Juran Chhapra Road No. 3. Reports suggest that the blaze may have originated in the ICU section of the hospital.“A total of 5 deaths has been confirmed. There are several injured persons, who are undergoing treatment at various hospitals,” Muzaffarpur Municipal Commissioner Rituraj Singh said.Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary has confirmed that four people died in the fire at a hospital in Muzaffarpur. He also announced an ex-gratia compensation

of Rs 4 lakh for the families of each deceased victim.Earlier in the day, Muzaffarpur District Magistrate Subrat Kumar Sen had said around 13 to 15 patients were being treated in the ICU, who have now been shifted to other hospitals by their family members."We are trying to reach out to the kin of the deceased and other patients. The fire has been brought under control," Sen said.

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"Several lives were lost following a massive fire that broke out in the ICU of Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur. Firefighting teams, arriving promptly at the scene, have successfully brought the blaze under control. Reports received so far indicate three fatalities. Further details awaited," Subrat Kumar Sen, District Magistrate, Muzaffarpur told ANI.Prima facie, the fire appears to have resulted from a short circuit, he said, adding that the exact cause of the blaze can be ascertained after a detailed investigation."A total of 15 patients were admitted at the facility, and we have so far obtained records for 13 of them. Some patients were also being treated in the CCU. They have now been shifted and admitted to nearby hospitals. We have recorded statements from their family members as well. We are verifying every piece of information that comes to us. As of now, three deaths have been officially confirmed. We have seen the bodies, and the Civil Surgeon has also confirmed the fatalities. It is a very tragic incident. Our priority is to conduct a thorough investigation. A dedicated team will be constituted to examine how exactly this incident occurred, and all further action will be taken in accordance with the law. At first glance, the incident appears to have been caused by a short circuit. However, the exact cause can only be determined after a detailed investigation," Sen added.

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Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary said investigators are looking into the cause behind the fire, and the government will take appropriate action in the matter.BJP national president Nitin Nabin, too, expressed grief over the loss of lives in the blaze.“My heart is deeply grieved by the loss of lives due to the fire in a private hospital located in Muzaffarpur. I pray for peace of the departed souls and strength to their families to endure this unbearable pain. I also wish for the swift recovery of all those injured in this accident,” he wrote on X.Former chief minister Nitish Kumar said the incident was heart-wrenching and expressed condolences to the bereaved families.“The tragic loss of lives in the accident caused by a fire in a private hospital in Muzaffarpur district of the state is extremely heart-wrenching. I offer deep condolences to the bereaved families, and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured,” he said on X.JD(U) legislature party leader Shrawon Kumar told reporters that the government will investigate the matter and take necessary action.“Steps will be taken to prevent such incidents in the future,” he said.