Rajkot Gaming Zone accident: There was an outcry across the country after a massive fire broke out in the TRP game zone in Rajkot, Gujarat. So far, 24 people are said to have died in this accident. If reports are to be believed, nine children are also included in it.
At the same time, Gujarat’s Minister of State for Home, Harsh Sanghvi, has confirmed 24 deaths. As soon as the news of this tragic accident was received, Eight fire brigade vehicles reached the spot, and efforts are underway to control the fire along with the rescue operation. There is a possibility of many people, including children, being trapped. However, the exact cause of the fire has not been revealed yet.
Situation out of control
The cause of the fire has not been known yet. Rescue operations are currently underway to save people trapped in the gaming zone. The treatment of the people injured in this accident is continuing in the hospital.
The injured have been admitted to the hospital. At the same time, there are difficulties in identifying the bodies of the deceased. The police have arrested the owner of the gaming zone. An order has been issued to close gaming zones in the entire city. This accident is a big tragedy. Our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.
PM Modi expressed grief
Expressing grief over this accident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “I am deeply saddened by the fire incident in Rajkot. My condolences are with all those who have lost their loved ones. I wish the speedy recovery of the injured.”.
Extremely distressed by the fire mishap in Rajkot. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. Prayers for the injured. The local administration is working to provide all possible assistance to those affected.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 25, 2024
More than 10 people have been rescued so far in this accident. There is a possibility that some people are still trapped in the gaming zone. After the fire, a plume of smoke was visible up to 5 kilometres away. At present, the police are investigating the matter, and the cause of the fire is expected to be revealed soon.
‘President Draupadi Murmu expressed grief’
President Draupadi Murmu has posted on social media platform X regarding the Rajkot fire incident. He wrote, I am deeply saddened to know about the deaths of people in a fire accident in a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat. My condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones, including small children. I pray to God for the speedy recovery of the rescued people.
I am deeply anguished to learn of the loss of lives in a fire accident at a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat. My heart goes out to the families who have lost their near and dear ones including young children. I pray to the Almighty for the speedy recovery of those being rescued.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) May 25, 2024
Rahul Gandhi’s request
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi tweeted and wrote, The news of the deaths of many people, including innocent children, due to the massive fire that broke out in the gaming zone of a mall in Rajkot, Gujarat, is very painful. I express my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families. I hope all the injured get well soon.
राजकोट, गुजरात में एक मॉल के गेमिंग ज़ोन में लगी भयंकर आग से मासूम बच्चों समेत कई लोगों की मृत्यु का समाचार बहुत ही पीड़ादायक है।
सभी शोकाकुल परिजनों को अपनी गहरी संवेदनाएं व्यक्त करता हूं। सभी घायलों के जल्द से जल्द स्वस्थ होने की आशा करता हूं।
कांग्रेस कार्यकर्ताओं से अनुरोध…
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 25, 2024
Congress workers are requested to provide all possible assistance to the administration in relief and rescue work, and the Gujarat government and administration are expected to conduct a detailed and impartial investigation into this incident and provide speedy justice to all the bereaved families.
