May 18, 2026 07:48 pm (IST)
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Kolkata: Hotel fire leaves 2 dead, 31 evacuated safely
Kolkata, Mar 30 (IBNS): At least two people died in a fire tragedy in a hotel on Thursday, in Kolkata's Ho Chi Minh area, reports said.
The incident took place at Golden Parkk Hotel as fire engulfed the facility, injuring a dozen others, who tried to evade being caught in the blaze.
The fire started in the kitchen of the hotel and spread to the other parts, fire fighters said.
At least 31 people have been evacuated safely, the team added.
Further details awaited.
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