3 Killed in a Major Fire at Hotel in Patna, 20 Rescued

Patna: At least three persons lost their lives in a major fire accident at a hotel near Patna junction railway station in the capital city of Bihar on Thursday.

According to the local police, more than 20 persons have been rescued from the building by the fire fighters. This hotel was situated in a crowded area of the city.

Identities of the deceased are yet to be ascertained. The injured have been admitted to hospital.

This fire accident occurred at around 1 am. The fire fighters brought the blaze under control. An investigation is on to ascertain the cause of the fire.