Odisha: Fire breaks out in hospital, over 20 feared killed
Authorities launched rescue operation soon after the fire broke out.
Patients have been reportedly evacuated from the hospital.
Even as there is no official confirmation, the cause of the fire is believed to be a result of short circuit.
According to reports, fire has been brought under control.
The fire broke reportedly out in the intensive care unit (ICU) of the Institute of Medical Sciences and Sum Hospital in the city.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned the loss of lives in the mishap.
He tweeted: "Deeply anguished by the loss of lives in the hospital fire in Odisha. The tragedy is mind-numbing. My thoughts are with bereaved families."
Deeply anguished by the loss of lives in the hospital fire in Odisha. The tragedy is mind-numbing. My thoughts are with bereaved families.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 17, 2016
Modi said: "Spoke to Minister @JPNadda & asked him to facilitate transfer of all those injured to AIIMS. Hope the injured recover quickly."
He said: "Also spoken to Minister @dpradhanbjp and asked him to ensure all possible help to the injured and affected."
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