Priyanka Gandhi demands justice for Jaipur fire victims after a tragic incident at Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital. On October 6, 2025, a fire broke out in the trauma centre’s neuro ICU, killing six patients and injuring several others.
The Congress general secretary expressed deep grief over the incident. She extended condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the injured. “May God grant peace to the departed souls,” she said in a post on X. Priyanka Gandhi called the deaths in the trauma centre “extremely heart-wrenching.”
She urged the Rajasthan government to provide adequate compensation to victims’ families and conduct a swift investigation. “Strict action should be taken so such incidents do not recur,” she added.
The fire erupted around midnight in a storage area of the trauma centre, reportedly due to a short circuit. Dr. Anurag Dakhad, trauma centre in-charge, confirmed that eleven patients were in ICU at the time of the incident.
This incident has raised serious concerns about hospital safety protocols. Priyanka Gandhi stressed the need for stronger safety measures in hospitals to prevent similar tragedies in the future. She appealed for full transparency in the probe and assured support for the affected families.
The Jaipur fire tragedy is now a national concern. Priyanka Gandhi’s statement reflects the demand for accountability, compensation, and safer medical facilities.
