Tragedy struck Lucknow’s Aliganj as a devastating fire engulfed a three-floor commercial building, claiming at least 15 lives, predominantly students at an animation coaching center. Thick smoke and flames turned the premises into a death trap, prompting desperate escape attempts and a massive rescue operation. Officials confirmed the fatalities, with many injured. The incident has sparked widespread grief and calls for improved fire safety. Tragedy struck Lucknow’s Aliganj as a devastating fire engulfed a three-floor commercial building, claiming at least 15 lives, predominantly students at an animation coaching center. Thick smoke and flames turned the premises into a death trap, prompting desperate escape attempts and a massive rescue operation. Officials confirmed the fatalities, with many injured. The incident has sparked widespread grief and calls for improved fire safety.
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