Deadly Fire at Indian Gaming Zone Highlights Safety Issues
TL;DR
A massive fire at a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat, likely caused by welding sparks, killed 28 people, including nine children. The facility, which lacked proper licenses and fire safety measures, saw a temporary structure collapse, trapping many. A police case has been filed against six partners, with two arrests made. The Gujarat High Court termed it a "man-made disaster," and a Special Investigation Team is probing the incident.
- Video: Welding Sparks May Have Caused Huge Fire At Gujarat Gaming Zone NDTV
- Deadly Fires Highlight India’s Safety Shortfall The New York Times
- Fires in India cause two tragedies just hours apart Al Jazeera English
- Fire at gaming arcade kills at least 20 people in India CNN
- Bodies of 27 'burnt beyond recognition' after a massive fire in Indian amusement park, relatives say Yahoo! Voices
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