A devastating fire at Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, has triggered a major investigation after several patients were affected by smoke and chaos inside the facility. The blaze reportedly broke out in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on the fifth floor during the early hours of Thursday.
Authorities have confirmed the deaths of five patients so far, while several others were evacuated and shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. Preliminary findings suggest that a short circuit may have caused the fire, although a detailed investigation is still underway.
The state government has announced a formal probe into the incident and stated that all aspects of the tragedy will be examined. Officials have also indicated that action will be taken if the hospital management is found to have violated safety regulations or operational standards.
Meanwhile, eyewitnesses and some family members of patients have questioned the official casualty figures. Several individuals have claimed that the number of deaths could be higher than what has been reported. However, these allegations have not been independently verified by authorities.
People present during the incident described scenes of panic as thick smoke spread through the building. Local residents and attendants reportedly helped rescue patients, while some witnesses alleged that hospital staff were unable to provide adequate assistance during the emergency.
Authorities from the health department, fire services, and local administration are continuing their investigation. A clearer picture regarding the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage, and any possible negligence is expected once the inquiry is completed.
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