Jaipur SMS Hospital ICU fire claims seven lives, five patients critical

A devastating fire broke out in the Neuro ICU at Jaipur’s SMS Hospital early today, claiming seven lives. Authorities are investigating, while five patients remain in critical condition.

Jaipur witnessed a tragic incident early this morning when a fire broke out in the Neuro ICU of Savai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital, resulting in the deaths of seven patients. The blaze erupted at around 1:30 AM in a store room on the second floor of the trauma center, reportedly due to a short-circuit.

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The fire engulfed stored items, including paper files, ICU equipment, and blood sample tubes. The hospital’s trauma center in-charge, Anurag Dhakad, revealed that the nursing staff and ward boys acted quickly to evacuate patients to safety. Among the 24 patients in two ICUs, 11 in the trauma ICU and 13 in the semi-ICU, seven succumbed despite CPR attempts. Five others remain in critical condition. The deceased include three women and four men.

Jaipur Police Commissioner Biju George Joseph confirmed that while a short-circuit seems to have triggered the blaze, the forensic team (FSL) will investigate the exact cause. Following the probe, the bodies will be sent for post-mortem examination.

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Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited SMS Hospital to assess the situation, meet doctors, and speak with affected patients. Authorities have assured that a full investigation will determine the cause and prevent future tragedies.