Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep sorrow over a tragic fire at a factory in Rajasthan’s Bhiwadi that resulted in the deaths of seven workers, including five from Bihar. The incident, which occurred at a factory in the Khuskheda Industrial Area, was described as extremely painful by the Chief Minister, who conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families.
Around 25 workers were present at the factory when the fire broke out, with seven fatalities reported. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia assistance from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for the families of the deceased Bihar workers. He also instructed Bihar’s Resident Commissioner in New Delhi to work with the Rajasthan government to facilitate the identification and return of the bodies to Bihar.
Sumitra Mishra, Bhiwadi Additional District Magistrate, detailed the rescue operation, mentioning that police and administrative officials, along with six fire tenders, responded to the blaze. Despite efforts to control the fire, the intensity led to difficulties in identifying the charred bodies. DNA samples will be collected from family members for identification before the bodies are handed over.
The deceased workers, five of whom were from Motihari in East Champaran, have triggered panic and grief among migrant worker families in Rajasthan. The local and state administrations have assured support for the affected families, with the East Champaran district administration assisting the families of the deceased workers.
