A day after a devastating fire tore through a three-storey commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj area, authorities sealed the premises, registered an FIR and launched multiple investigations into the tragedy that claimed 15 lives. Most of the victims were students and young professionals associated with an animation training centre and gaming zone operating inside the building. Investigators are probing reports that the structure was built on a residential plot, lacked a mandatory fire NOC, and may have used a biometric locking system that delayed the escape of people trapped inside.

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