Sat Nov 16 23:56:07 UTC 2024: ## Statewide Fire Safety Checks After 10 Children Die in Hospital Fire
**Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh** – Following a devastating fire at Maharani Lakshmibai Medical College in Jhansi that claimed the lives of 10 children, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched a statewide inspection of all hospitals. Fire safety audits will be conducted in both public and private hospitals and medical colleges across the state by teams from the fire department. The tragedy has prompted immediate action to ensure adherence to fire safety regulations and prevent similar incidents in the future. The state government is committed to improving hospital safety standards.