The Ayodhya Police have conducted inspections at twenty hotels and restaurants, issuing notices for identified shortcomings. This action comes in response to a tragic fire that occurred on June 3 at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, resulting in the deaths of twenty-two individuals, as reported by Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Mahendra Pratap Singh.

CFO Singh stated that the authorities are undertaking inspections across hospitals, hotels, restaurants, and other public venues in Uttar Pradesh, initiated by a directive from the Director General following the Delhi incident. He noted the urgency in rectifying any identified deficiencies in these establishments.

“Currently, the focus is on the hospitality sector in Ayodhya, where ongoing inspections have been completed. CFO Singh mentioned that establishments found lacking in safety measures would receive formal notices from the authorities.”

Legal Proceedings in Delhi

The investigation into the Malviya Nagar fire tragedy continues, with the death toll rising to twenty-two after another foreign national succumbed to injuries on June 4. This tragic event has led to legal ramifications as one of the accused, Keshav Negi, who worked as a cook at the hotel, has been arrested. On June 5, a bail application submitted by Negi was rejected by a court at the Saket court complex in Delhi.

Judge Bhanu Pratap Singh ordered Negi to be held in judicial custody for fourteen days, as per the request made by the Delhi Police. He was appeared before the court alongside Lavkesh Bajaj, the hotel’s owner, who is also facing accusations related to the incident.

Bajaj, whose custody was recently extended by the police, will remain in custody for two additional days for further questioning. The situation has raised concerns about adherence to safety regulations in hospitality venues across urban areas.

Additional Arrests and Surrender

Further developments in the case include the surrender of another suspect, Jay Mishra, who is reportedly the hotel’s accountant. Mishra allegedly went into hiding following the fire incident but voluntarily appeared at the Delhi court on June 5 with legal representation.

The police have requested time to question Mishra thoroughly, which the court has approved. His return to authorities marks a significant step in the investigation, indicating a potential expansion of the probe into the culpability of other individuals associated with the hotel.

As the investigations progress, fire safety regulations across various public sectors in Uttar Pradesh are under scrutiny, with an emphasis on ensuring that such tragedies are avoided in the future. The ramifications of the Malviya Nagar fire continue to resonate throughout the region, prompting officials to act swiftly in enforcing safety standards.

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