A Major Tragedy Amid Diwali Celebrations

Diwali celebrations turned tragic as a series of fire accidents and road mishaps in different parts of the country claimed several lives. In Madhya Pradesh, fires reportedly broke out in two houses, leaving 12 people dead. In another horrific incident in Uttar Pradesh, six people were burnt alive after a car caught fire. These incidents cast a shadow of grief over the festive celebrations and raised concerns about public safety during the festival.

In Madhya Pradesh’s Seoni district, a major fire broke out early Tuesday morning at a three-storey building owned by local jewellery businessman Kundanlal Soni. Firefighters rushed to the spot and began efforts to bring the blaze under control. Ten people were reportedly inside the house when the incident occurred. Kundanlal Soni, his wife and four others lost their lives in the fire. The exact cause of the accident is yet to be established. Further details about the other reported fire incident in Madhya Pradesh have not been provided.