Strand Road Fire Claimed 7 Death Toll

A massive fire broke in the 13th floor in a new 14 storied new Koilaghat building in Strand road , Kolkata on Monday at 6.10 pm. 

Eastern Head Quarters Head office claimed 7 people dead on the spot. Fire fighters, railway officers and police officials included among them.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the venue on night and confirmed the death. She also announce 10 lacs of compensation for the family members of the deceased 

Chief Minister said to the reporter, "You all know that it is railway office and very old one. Seven persons are died. Our fire officials, RPF and the police have lost lives. They were in the elevator and trapped inthe fire. We have discovered charred bodies. Thought death can not be compensated, yet announcing 10lakhs for the families of the deceased and one government job for a family member. It is a railway office, I thought someone from their side will be here. I have inquired, none came. Railways are also accountable. We wanted a building plan but did not get cooperation on that too, I have been informed. I do not want to politicise it. Death toll can rise to nine.

She also added to the people, not to use the lifts when fire caught on the places or buildings. It is very unfortunate incident. People should be more careful about the situation.