A devastating fire at a coaching centre building in Lucknow's Aliganj area has claimed the lives of at least 12 students. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak became emotional at the scene, saying he had personally seen 14 bodies during rescue operations. The blaze triggered a massive emergency response involving fire services, NDRF and SDRF teams. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief and announced ex-gratia assistance for the victims and injured.

LUCKNOW: Four people are feared dead after a major fire broke out at a coaching-cum-gaming zone in Lucknow's Aliganj area on Monday, sparking panic and a large-scale rescue…

Lucknow fire: Two injured people have been brought to the casualty ward, while around 15 more are expected to arrive, as per authorities. | India News

Authorities say the death toll could rise as rescue teams continue to search the building