Mauritius fire Massive fire during preparations for Mahashivratri in Mauritius, 6 devotees killed leader

Leaders Online Desk: Six Hindu devotees died in a massive fire that broke out during preparations for a religious festival in Mauritius on Sunday (03). Many people have been injured. The police said that the accident took place during a festival ahead of Mahashivratri. This has been reported by 'BBC'. (Mauritius fire)

Mauritius Police Commissioner Anil Kumar Deep said in a statement on national television that the fire broke out after a wooden and bamboo carriage carrying idols of Hindu deities came in contact with electrical wires. After that many people got trapped in this fire. In this, 6 people died, while 7 people were injured, according to reports. (Mauritius fire

Mahujaji sita wa Kihindu wapoteza maisha baada ya kuungua moto Mauritiushttps://t.co/9PzKsh1x4D pic.twitter.com/ZMN8rrf0wz

— BBC News Swahili (@bbcswahili) March 4, 2024

Mauritius fire: Foreign Minister Dr. S Jaishankar expressed grief

Foreign Minister of India Dr. S Jaishankar has posted X on this incident. In this he said, “Saddened to hear about the unfortunate incident that took place during Mahashivratri celebrations in Mauritius. Our condolences go out to the bereaved family and the people of Mauritius at this difficult time.”

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar tweets “Saddened to hear about the unfortunate tragedy that occurred during the Mahashivratri celebrations in Mauritius. Our condolences to the bereaved families and the people of Mauritius at this difficult time.” pic.twitter.com/zENQOddZMR

— ANI (@ANI) March 4, 2024

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