Infant dies and 28 newborns rescued after fire at Telangana's RIMS Hospital
A fire broke out late Monday night at RIMS Hospital in Adilabad, Telangana, killing a five-day-old infant while 28 other newborns were evacuated safely.
The blaze erupted around 11.50 pm at the RIMS Hospital ward in Adilabad, prompting a rapid response from fire services. Emergency crews contained the fire and rescued all children except one infant who succumbed to the flames. Police have opened a case, and investigators are still determining the cause of the incident.
Why it matters
The incident highlights safety vulnerabilities in medical facilities and the need for robust emergency protocols.
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