At least nine people, including a child, were killed and several others injured when a blaze swept across a hotel today.
The terrifying incident took place at a budget hotel in Kolkata, India, during the early hours of the morning, as per local media outlets.
Emergency personnel rescued a total of nine individuals, including six men, two women, and a child. They were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Officials also shared how thick smoke swiftly enveloped the whole building, with several victims found inside bathrooms.
While investigations are ongoing, preliminary findings suggest that the blaze was probably triggered by an exploding AC unit.