UP: Massive fire breaks out at coaching centre in Lucknow's Aliganj; rescue ops underway
Lucknow, June 22
A massive fire broke out at a building housing a coaching centre in the Aliganj area of Lucknow on Monday.
Firefighting and rescue operations are currently underway as several people are feared trapped inside.
"It is being said that 10-12 people are trapped inside. We have not been able to enter inside the building, as the fire is massive," a fire official told ANI.
According to an eyewitness Aman, the fire broke out in a building that reportedly houses a library and a computer training institute. While local residents managed to rescue several individuals, one person was seriously injured after jumping from the building to escape the flames.
Speaking to ANI, Aman said, "There is a library or a computer course institution here. When we reached the spot, we saw thick smoke billowing from the building. We managed to save 5-6 people. After the fire broke out, a man jumped from the building in panic and was seriously injured. There are still some people trapped inside."
Firefighters are currently working to douse the flames and evacuate those still stuck inside the premises.
The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained.
More details are awaited.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Heartbreaking news. So many young lives at risk. Rescue teams are doing their best but why do these centres never follow basic fire safety norms? The administration needs to do a thorough audit of all such places in UP.
My cousin studies in Lucknow and I'm panicking. Hope everyone is safe. This is a wake-up call for all coaching institutes—student safety should be priority number one, not just profits. 😢
The eyewitness jumping from the building shows the sheer panic. These centres often have only one narrow staircase and no emergency exits. I really hope the authorities take strict action and ensure all coaching centres in India are inspected for fire safety.
I feel for the students and their families. But honestly, this negligence is criminal. Coaching centres operate in illegal buildings without proper licenses. The local administration must be held accountable too. Time for a complete safety overhaul in Lucknow.
Thank God some local residents jumped in to help. But the fact that we still have people trapped is deeply worrying. I hope the fire department gets the situation under control soon. Thoughts with everyone affected ❤️
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