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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis visits Kamala Mills Complex, promises action culprits

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday visited the Kamala Mills complex which was engulfed in massive fire on Thursday night.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis visits Kamala Mills Complex, promises action culprits

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday visited the Kamala Mills complex which was engulfed in massive fire on Thursday night.

Taking stock of the situation, the CM ordered the BMC Commissioner to conduct an inquiry into the incident. "Action is being taken on the owners, who are also responsible for death of these people. Action would also be taken against BMC if negligence is found on their part," the Maharashtra CM said.

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The BMC suspended five people in connection with the mishap. BMC said that they had sent a few notices to the joints at the Kamala Mills compound for violation of norms.

Those suspended were attached to the fire brigade and the G South Ward. The suspended officials include an assistant divisional fire officer, while the remaining four are from the ward office including engineers and health officials.

Mumbai mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar said an enquiry has been ordered and strict action will be taken against errant officials.

A fire which began at a rooftop pub spread rapidly through the building, killing 14 people, including 11 women. Most of the victims died of asphyxiation, doctors said.

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