Fire engulfs a hospital ward in northern India, killing 10 newborn babies

A fire broke out in a neonatal intensive care unit at Jhansi Medical College hospital in India, killing 10 newborn babies and injuring 16 others. Lapses in safety protocols, including expired fire extinguishers and non-functional fire alarms, delayed rescue efforts. Government officials are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the fire and those responsible. Family members are demanding answers over poor safety measures, with witnesses saying that fire alarms did not activate during the blaze. The tragedy could have been prevented with better safety protocols.

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