A fire incident which erupted early Sunday in Gulzar House building near Hyderabad Charminar in India has killed 17 persons and left many others injured.
Local media reports indicate that fire department officials who were alerted around 6:30 am found numerous unconscious individuals within the building.
The building is said to house residential and commercial units.
Hyderabad, Telangana Union Minister and state BJP chief G Kishan Reddy says, “The fire broke out in a pearl shop owned by a family. Their house was on the floor above the shop.
“The accident happened due to a short circuit. Many people have died in the accident. Some have been injured… I am not blaming anyone, but since Hyderabad is a rapidly developing city, the police, municipal, fire, and electricity departments should be strengthened.
“The fire departments here do not have enough equipment. The family told me that the fire tenders had insufficient equipment until 7:30 am…
“The state government must allocate more money to the fire department… After speaking to the Prime Minister, I will get the central government to provide financial assistance for the families of the deceased…”
