A devastating fire at the six-story Rituraj Hotel in Kolkata's Burrabazar area resulted in the deaths of at least 14 people, including two children. The blaze, which began around 8:15 p.m. local time on the first floor near the kitchen, quickly spread throughout the building, complicating evacuation efforts for the approximately 50 occupants. The incident has raised concerns about safety measures in densely populated urban areas, prompting investigations into the fire's cause and the effectiveness of the emergency response.
