Six dead, including women and children, in Meerut house fire

Tue Feb 24 04:06:56 UTC 2026: ### Meerut Fire Claims Six Lives, Including Women and Children

The Story:
A devastating fire in the Lisadi Gate area of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, claimed the lives of six people, including women and children. The blaze erupted at the residence of Iqbal Ahmad on Monday night, February 23, 2026. Emergency services responded to the scene, and injured family members were transported to the civil hospital, where doctors pronounced six of them dead.

Key Points:

• Date of Incident: Monday, February 23, 2026
• Location: Lisadi Gate area, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
• Casualties: Six fatalities, including women and children.
• Victim Residence: House of Iqbal Ahmad.
• Time of Report: Information received at 8:49 pm on Monday.
• Source: SP Avinash Pandey reported the incident to the press at the hospital.

Key Takeaways:

• A tragic fire resulted in multiple fatalities in Meerut, highlighting potential safety concerns in residential areas.
• The incident underscores the importance of fire safety measures and rapid emergency response.
• Local authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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