Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi
A tragic accident occurred at the Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. A fire broke out in the children’s ward of the medical school late Friday night. Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also expressed grief over the accident. Rahul Gandhi posted on social media I express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims.
The incident occurred at 10.30pm on Friday in the infant ward of the medical college. A fire broke out in the children’s ward due to a short circuit. The oxygen tank then exploded. In this tragic accident, 10 children died and 16 others were seriously injured.
Rahul Gandhi raises questions about accident
Rahul Gandhi further questioned the government and said that the spate of tragic incidents in Uttar Pradesh have raised many serious questions about the negligence of the government and administration. The government should ensure that injured children receive the best possible treatment. Furthermore, this tragic incident should be investigated immediately and strict legal action taken against the perpetrators.
I am deeply saddened by the news of several newborns being injured in the tragic accident at Jhansi Medical College. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims.
The spate of such tragic incidents in Uttar Pradesh has raised serious concerns about negligence on the part of the government and administration.
—Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) November 16, 2024
Priyanka Gandhi expresses grief over painful accident
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also expressed grief over the accident. He said there was shocking news from the Maharani Lakshmibhai Medical College, Jhansi, that a fire broke out in the neonatal ward of the school, resulting in the death of 10 children. In the face of this huge disaster, any words of condolences and comfort are useless. We stand with families and parents during this difficult situation.
Shocking news has come from Maharani Lakshmibhai Medical College, Jhansi, that a fire broke out in the neonatal intensive care unit of the college, resulting in the death of 10 children.
In the face of this huge disaster, any words of condolences and comfort are useless. Our thoughts are with the family and parents during this difficult situation.
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) November 16, 2024
Rescue operations are underway. The police management team has arrived at the scene. A painful picture is emerging in medical schools right now. The night before, parents and families were celebrating the birth of their child, handing out candy everywhere. Now, the whole family is immersed in grief, and every mother’s eyes are wet and she wants to hold her son in her lap. CM Yogi Adityanath has ordered an inquiry into the accident.
