Kolkata Hotel Fire Claims 9 Lives

Article by Kumar Published on: 8:49 am, 19 August 2026

A massive fire broke out at a hotel on Kolkata’s Free School Street early Wednesday, leaving at least nine people dead, including a child. All victims were reportedly Bangladeshi nationals visiting the city for medical treatment. Initial reports suggest an air conditioner explosion may have triggered the blaze, though the exact cause remains unconfirmed.