Solapur Fire: 8 Killed in Massive Blaze at Central Textile Mills On Akkalkot Road In MIDC

Eight persons, including three women and a child, were killed in a massive fire at a factory in Maharashtra's Solapur district on Sunday, May 18. Prima facie, a short in the circuit triggered the blaze around 3:45 am at Central Textile Mills situated on the Akkalkot Road in Solapur MIDC.

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The deceased individuals include the factory owner, identified as Haji Usman Hasanbhai Mansuri, three members of his family, including his one-and-a-half-year-old grandson, and four workers. An official said the deceased individuals included three women. 

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#WATCH | Maharashtra | Fire broke out at a factory located in the MIDC area in Maharashtra's Solapur. Fire tenders are present at the spot. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/cqE4YJGQKY

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Due to the intensity of the blaze, it took five to six hours for Fire Brigade personnel to control the raging flames. Fire-fighting operations are underway at the spot.