30 People Safely Rescued from Lucknow Hotel Fire
Thirty people were successfully evacuated after a fire broke out at Hotel Mohan, near Charbagh railway station in Lucknow, late Saturday night. Prompt action by firefighters, police, and local citizens prevented a major tragedy, with no significant property damage reported. Chief Fire Officer Mangesh Kumar stated three fire tenders were dispatched to control the blaze. The incident highlights the importance of quick emergency response in averting casualties.
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The fire at Hotel Mohan was caused by a gas leak from a cooking cylinder in the hotel's basement kitchen. The flames quickly spread to the ground and first floors, while thick smoke engulfed the upper floors.
One individual, Monu Singh, sustained minor injuries while breaking glass to help ventilate and evacuate trapped guests. He was admitted to Civil Hospital. No other injuries were reported.
It is currently under investigation whether fire safety measures were in place at Hotel Mohan. The Chief Fire Officer has stated that a probe will be conducted to determine this.
Local citizens, including Charbagh Yuva Vyapar Mandal president Manjeet Singh Dua and youth Monu Singh, assisted firefighters in the evacuation by helping to rescue guests, ventilate smoke-filled areas, and break windows to evacuate those trapped on upper floors.