"Tragic Fire at Indian Amusement Park Claims 27 Lives, Including 9 Children"

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Source: The Guardian
"Tragic Fire at Indian Amusement Park Claims 27 Lives, Including 9 Children"
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At least 27 people, mostly children, died in a massive fire at an amusement park in Rajkot, Gujarat, India. The fire, which broke out in a two-storey structure during a busy summer holiday weekend, trapped many as a temporary structure collapsed near the entrance. Authorities suspect a short-circuit as the cause and have announced plans to file a negligence case against the park's owner. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the incident highlights ongoing issues with safety regulations in India.

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