India news Live Updates, 22 September 2026: Two infants die as fire breaks out in Telangana hospital
Last night, a fire erupted at Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Adilabad district, Telangana, resulting in the tragic death of three infants, according to ANI news agency. The blaze erupted at 11:50 pm, prompting a swift response from one fire tender. Firefighters managed to control the inferno by the early hours of the morning.
Fortunately, 28 children admitted to the affected ward were rescued. However, the cause of the fire remains undetermined. Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the incident, ANI reported, quoting a fire official.
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Also reported by 4 other outlets
- 2 Infants Killed As AC Blast Triggers Fire At Telangana Hospital ndtv.com
- Two infants die in fire accident at Telangana’s Adilabad hospital SNCU ward, 28 children rescued thehindu.com
- 2 infants killed as fire breaks out in newborn care unit in Telangana hospital hindustantimes.com
- 3 infants killed as fire breaks out in Telangana hospital’s neonatal care unit indianexpress.com
