Cuttack, March 16: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday visited SCB Medical College and Hospital following the devastating fire at the Trauma Care Centre and expressed deep grief over the loss of lives.
The Chief Minister met the families of the deceased and injured patients, conveyed his condolences and assured them of proper medical care. He also directed officials to ensure the best possible treatment for those critically injured in the incident.
The fire broke out late Monday night in the Trauma Care Centre ICU of SCB Medical. At least 10 people were killed in the blaze, while several others sustained serious injuries.
After receiving information about the incident, the Chief Minister rushed to the hospital along with senior officials and reviewed the situation on the ground. He also collected detailed information regarding the casualties and the condition of the injured.
Majhi ordered a judicial inquiry into the incident to ascertain the exact cause of the fire. He further instructed authorities to immediately shift other patients from the affected ICU to safer locations and continue their treatment without disruption.
The Chief Minister also announced financial assistance of ₹25 lakh each from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) for the families of the deceased and directed hospital authorities and the concerned department to provide the best possible treatment to the injured patients.
