"Deadly Fires in India Expose Severe Safety Lapses"

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"Deadly Fires in India Expose Severe Safety Lapses"
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Two deadly fires in India, one in a New Delhi neonatal clinic and another in a Rajkot amusement park, have exposed significant gaps in the country's fire safety measures. The incidents, which claimed at least 34 lives, highlight systemic issues such as poor building safety compliance, inadequate fire services, and lack of enforcement of fire regulations. Despite political leaders' condolences and promises of inquiries, experts argue that meaningful systemic change remains elusive.

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