Fire Kills at Least 21 in New Delhi Hotel
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- A fire at the Flourish Stay hotel in New Delhi on Wednesday killed at least 21 people, with more than 40 others hospitalized.
- Several victims were visitors from African countries seeking medical treatment.
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A fire broke out in a hotel in New Delhi, resulting in a significant number of fatalities and injuries. The victims included visitors from African countries.
At least 21 people were killed when a fire ripped through a hotel in New Delhi on Wednesday, police said, in one of the deadliest blazes in the Indian capital in recent years.
The fire broke out in the morning at Flourish Stay, a bed-and-breakfast in a congested neighbourhood in the south of the city, Delhi Police said in a statement.
“It is with profound sorrow that 21 persons have been declared dead in this tragic incident,” the force said.
It said rescue and search operations were continuing, with more than 40 people taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Several of those killed were visitors from African countries who had come to the city for medical treatment, the Indian Express and other local media reported.
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An investigation into the cause of the fire and hotel safety standards will be launched.
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Diplomatic discussions may occur between India and the affected African countries.
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Preguntas abiertas
- What caused the fire?
- Were there any safety violations at the hotel?
- What is the exact number of foreign nationals among the victims?
- What measures will be taken to prevent future incidents?
