NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday assured the Andhra Pradesh government of all help to deal with the fire incident at a COVID-19 facility in Vijayawada At least seven patients were killed in the fire at a hotel which was converted to a COVID-19 care facility in Vijayawada.
"Deeply anguished by the news of a tragic fire accident at a COVID-19 facility in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Centre assures all possible support to the state govt."
"My condolences are with the affected families in this time of grief. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured," Shah tweeted.
Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh CM Reddy expressed shock and grief over the fire incident and instructed officials to conduct an inquiry into the accident.
Seven people lost their lives and 30 were rescued in the incident, Vijayawada Police said.
According to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister's Office (CMO), the Chief Minister directed the concerned officials to take up the rescue measures and admit the injured in nearby hospitals.