AMN / WEB DESK
In a tragic turn of events at least 27 persons including at least 12 children were killed in a massive fire that broke out at a game zone in Gujarat’s Rajkot city on May 25 evening, officials said. Efforts are under way to control the blaze and rescue those trapped inside
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel over the fire tragedy in Rajkot. Mr. Patel, appraised the Prime Minister about the efforts underway to ensure all possible assistance is provided to the affected people. The Prime Minister said that he is extremely distressed by the incident. He said that his thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. Mr. Modi also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.Â
“So far we have confirmed the death of 27 persons in the fire incident. The bodies are charred beyond recognition and hence their identification is difficult,” said Assistant Commissioner of Police Radhika Bharai.
ACP Vinayak Patel said the deceased included at least four children under the age of 12. The death toll is likely to increase as relief operations is going on, district officials said.
According to eyewitnesses, several people, including children were playing games at the game zone, located on Nana-Mava Road, when the tragedy struck.
Police said that the owner and manager of the game zone were detained and taken to the police station for questioning.