Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has conveyed heartfelt condolences following the tragic fire in Indore that killed six natives of Kishanganj. The fire, caused by a short circuit during electric car charging, devastated a home in Brijeshwari Colony, turning a quiet neighborhood into a scene of horror.
Eyewitnesses described how the fire intensified within minutes. Charging wires sparked, igniting nearby materials. Soon, the inferno reached stored gas cylinders, leading to multiple blasts that shook the building. Rescue operations were hampered by the intensity of the flames and collapsing debris.
The deceased include Vijay Sethia, who was undergoing treatment in Indore, his daughter Ruchika who arrived with her children Tanyu and Rashi to see him, along with two others from the family. Kartik Sethia was also visiting relatives. This family reunion ended in unimaginable loss.
Taking immediate action, CM Kumar instructed the release of Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia to each affected family from the CM Relief Fund. He urged the New Delhi Resident Commissioner to work with MP officials for smooth repatriation of the remains to Bihar villages.
The Chief Minister prayed for the souls of the departed and resilience for the grieving kin. As electric vehicles gain popularity, this incident highlights potential hazards of improper charging practices in densely populated areas. Authorities are probing deeper into safety lapses, promising preventive steps to avoid future mishaps.