Tragedy Strikes Dahisar SRA Building: Death Toll Rises to Two in Devastating Fire

A somber cloud hangs over Ganpat Patil Nagar in Dahisar (West) following a devastating fire that ripped through an eight-storey Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) building, tragically claiming a second life. The inferno, which ignited in the early hours of Sunday, October 8, has left the community reeling and several others battling severe injuries.

The initial victim, 35-year-old Satyajeet Singh, succumbed to his critical burn injuries shortly after the incident at Shatabdi Hospital.

However, the tragedy deepened when Rambharosa Chaudhary, aged 50, who was also admitted with severe burns, passed away at Cooper Hospital. Their deaths underscore the fierce intensity and destructive power of the blaze.

The fire, suspected to have originated from a short circuit on the second floor, quickly spread, trapping residents in a terrifying ordeal.

The Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) received the distress call around 1:20 AM and immediately deployed a massive response, including eight fire engines, five jumbo tankers, and a breathing apparatus van. Their swift action led to the heroic evacuation of 50 to 60 residents, many of whom were disoriented and in shock.

Among those injured and hospitalized are Kanhaiya Lal Ram (68), who suffered extensive 40-50% burns and remains in critical condition.

Other family members, Urvashi Ram (35), Kishore Ram (18), and Poonam Ram (19), sustained 10-15% burns. The dangerous conditions also affected the brave responders, with firefighters Sandeep Patkar (36) and Mangesh Mhaskar (34) requiring treatment for suffocation, though they are now reported to be stable.

Authorities have initiated a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the fire and assess any potential lapses.

This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for robust fire safety measures and vigilance in residential complexes. The community mourns the loss of life and hopes for the swift recovery of all those injured in this harrowing event.