2 families, 2 fires, 12 deaths: Madhya Pradesh witnesses twin fire tragedies
Two separate fire incidents in Madhya Pradesh's Seoni and Katni districts resulted in 12 deaths shortly after Diwali celebrations. Authorities are currently investigating the causes of the blazes, which occurred in residential and commercial buildings.
Why it matters
These tragedies highlight significant fire safety concerns in densely populated residential areas during festive periods.
BHOPAL: At least 12 members of two families were killed in separate fire incidents in Madhya Pradesh’s Seoni and Katni districts a day after Diwali celebrations.In Seoni district, six members of a family were killed and four others injured after a massive fire broke out at a three-storey house belonging to a goldsmith in Chhapara town early Monday.The blaze erupted between 4am and 4.30am at the residence of Kundan Lal Soni, near a Jain temple in Mahavir Ward.10 people were present in the house when the fire broke out.
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