SRINAGAR: One of the two children injured in a fire in the Mazhama area of Budgam district on Sunday has succumbed to their injuries at a Srinagar hospital this evening.
An official told the Srinagar-based news gathering agency Kashmir Dot Com that the deceased child was the daughter of Imtiyaz Ahmad Wani, an Inspector in the J&K Police, a resident of Mazhama Magam, who is currently posted as the SHO of Kralpora, Kupwara.
The tragic incident occurred on Sunday when a fire broke out in Wani’s residence, causing burn injuries to his children. While quick action by the family and local residents prevented the fire from spreading, the severity of the injuries led to the hospitalization of both children.
The other child, a minor boy, remains under medical care, with his condition reported as stable.
Meanwhile, condolences are pouring in from different quarters on the tragic loss. (KDC)
