UP Hero Saves 7 Infants in Jhansi Fire, Loses Twin Daughters
Yakoob Mansuri displayed immense bravery by risking his life to save seven infants from the flames that consumed the neonatal ICU at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. Tragically, despite his efforts, he was unable to rescue his own twin daughters.
- Devastating fire at Jhansi hospital kills 11 infants
- Yakoob Mansuri rescues 7 infants but loses his twins
- He seeks justice for his daughters and other victims
In the vicinity of Jhansi hospital, Yakoob Mansuri, a young father of two, found himself amidst a horrific fire that consumed the neonatal intensive care unit where his twin daughters were receiving care. Despite his brave attempts, he managed to rescue seven infants from the raging flames but tragically could not save his own girls.
Yakoob describes the fire as an immense inferno deemed too daunting to confront. Amidst the chaos and terror caused by the thick smoke and roaring flames, he boldly broke a window and entered, despite the challenging conditions for rescue operations.
Yakoob recounted his harrowing experience of trying to access the ward where his daughters were hospitalized, but the overwhelming flames blocked their way. Despite his and other parents’ efforts to enter, the fierce blaze prevented them.
Resorting to action, they began evacuating babies from neighboring wards. Yakoob personally rescued seven children during the chaotic ordeal.
Father Seeks Justice for Twins and Nine Others Killed in Uttar Pradesh Hospital Fire
Attempting to secure justice for his twins and the nine other individuals who lost their lives in the large fire at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College on Friday is his primary objective.
Yakoob expressed his sole desire to seek justice for their children.
Tragedy struck last weekend when ten infants lost their lives on Friday night, followed by another fatality on Sunday. Early investigations point to an accidental fire triggered by a short circuit, worsened by the presence of oxygen cylinders.
The Uttar Pradesh government has established a four-member committee to investigate the fire incident, determine its cause, and assess potential negligence. The committee will submit a report to the government within a week.
