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Farmers, agricultural labourers and workers at centre of drought relief efforts: CM Fadnavis

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said that farmers, agricultural labourers, and workers in the state are at the centre of the state's drought relief efforts. He asserted that every possible effort will be made to provide them relief. We stand firmly behind our farmer brothers. Let us all make united efforts to overcome this challenge, the Chief Minister expressed with strong determination. Drought has been declared in 265 talukas across the state. The government has decided to implement 12 measures and concessions to provide relief to farmers, students, agricultural labourers, citizens, and livestock in these talukas, he added. Following the announcement of the Government Resolution (GR) on the declaration of drought in 265 of the total 358 talukas, CM Fadnavis immediately instructed the concerned District Collectors to initiate spot inspections (panchnamas) in these talukas without delay. Due to a lack of rainfall, farmers are facing significant hardships. Immediate surveys will have to be conducted in the talukas where drought conditions have been declared. For this, the Revenue Department, Agriculture Department, and all related agencies must work with sensitivity and coordination. They should maintain continuous communication and contact at the field level. Giving priority to this work is necessary to provide relief to farmers, CM Fadnavis instructed. During the survey, crop condition reports will be submitted using photographs depicting crop conditions alongside GPS coordinates, he said. CM Fadnavis recently undertook a tour to review the drought situation across the state. During this visit, he personally visited the fields, interacted warmly with the farmers, and understood their grievances and difficulties. He assured them that prompt decisions regarding the drought situation would be taken. In accordance with that, a Government Resolution evaluating the state's drought conditions as per the Drought Management Code 2016 was issued on Saturday. The State Agriculture Commissioner reviewed the Kharif 2026 season and submitted a report indicating drought-like conditions in 265 talukas of the state. Consequently, panchnamas will now be conducted in these affected talukas based on Trigger-1 (First Trigger) for drought, considering rainfall deficits and other contributing factors from June to the present date. A crop condition report will be prepared by compiling photographs and GPS coordinates reflecting the status of crops in the surveyed areas, said a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office. CM Fadnavis listed measures and concessions to be implemented in drought-affected areas. These include exemption from land revenue, restructuring of crop loans, stay on the recovery of agriculture-related loans, concessions on current electricity bills for agricultural pumps (electricity bills for pumps up to 7.5 HP capacity have already been waived; this concession will apply to pumps above that capacity), waiver in exam fee for school and college students, relaxation of norms under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) to initiate maximum work and deployment of water tankers where necessary for drinking water supply. He further stated that there will be no disconnection of electricity supply to agricultural pumps of farmers in villages declared scarcity-hit, ensuring adequate supply and arrangements for food grains so that no shortages affect farmers and agricultural labourers dependent on agriculture, making necessary arrangements to ensure sufficient fodder for livestock, initiating water conservation works and planning drinking water and livestock water needs. The 265 talukas where 'Trigger-1' has been applied cover various revenue divisions in the state. This includes 12 talukas in the Thane revenue division, 49 in the Nashik division, 35 in the Pune division, 74 in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar division, 56 in the Amravati division and 39 in the Nagpur division. In the Thane revenue division, the first trigger has been activated for Shrivardhan in Raigad district; Ratnagiri, Sangameshwar and Rajapur in Ratnagiri district; and Sawantwadi, Dodamarg, Kankavli, Kudal, Vaibhavwadi, Malvan, Devgad, and Vengurla in Sindhudurg district. No talukas from Thane and Palghar districts are included in this list. A total of 49 talukas across Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, and Ahilyanagar districts are included, alongside 35 talukas from Pune, Solapur, Sangli, Satara, and Kolhapur districts. In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Beed, Latur, Dharashiv, Nanded, Parbhani and Hingoli districts, 74 talukas have seen Trigger-1 activated. Amravati division includes 56 talukas from Buldhana, Amravati, Akola, Washim, and Yavatmal districts, while Nagpur division accounts for 39 talukas across Wardha, Nagpur, Bhandara, Gondia, Chandrapur, and Gadchiroli districts. CM Fadnavis said that financial relief regarding crop loss for drought-affected farmers will be announced through a separate Government Resolution once all prescribed procedural requirements are fulfilled. Therefore, the government has given special emphasis to the process of conducting accurate surveys and panchnamas of crop conditions, he noted. Against the backdrop of the drought, the government has initiated measures at various levels to mitigate its impact by providing necessary concessions, relief, and facilities in a timely manner to farmers, students, labourers, and the general public, he reiterated.

bhaskarlive 26 Sep 2026 6:02 pm

Crop Yield in Amravati District Likely to Drop by 40 Percent

The Times of India 24 Sep 2026 12:41 am

Biennial elections for five MLC Graduate, Teachers seats to be held on October 23

The five seats include Graduate and Teachers constituencies across the Aurangabad, Pune, Nagpur and Amravati divisions

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 4:56 pm

EC announces Maharashtra MLC polls for 5 Graduate, Teachers' seats on October 23

The elections will be held for three Graduate constituencies Aurangabad, Pune and Nagpur and two Teachers' constituencies Amravati and Pune. The terms of the sitting members are scheduled to end on December 6, 2026

Mid Day 22 Sep 2026 1:31 pm

Amravati fathers emotional decision turns grief into gift

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:58 am

22-year-old BAMS doctor found dead in Amravati

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:54 am

Maharashtra HSC exams 2027 from February 8 and SSC from February 15, says MSBSHS

The timetable will apply to all nine divisional boards of the Maharashtra State Board. These include Pune, Mumbai, Nagpur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Kolhapur, Amravati, Nashik, Latur and Konkan

Mid Day 17 Sep 2026 8:06 pm

Maha faces severe dry spell as 83 talukas in 19 districts received no rain for over 20 days

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 16 (IANS) With the monsoon taking a prolonged break, Kharif crops across Maharashtra are facing a severe crisis, pushing several districts to the brink of drought. During Tuesday's Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and several ministers expressed deep concern over the situation. Although no immediate relief package was announced, CM Fadnavis instructed state administrative machinery to stay on high alert. Following Cabinet discussion, the government clarified that a formal drought declaration cannot be made immediately. Under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines and Central Drought Management norms, official crop-damage surveys (Panchnamas) and ground verification must be conducted after October 5 to qualify for financial relief. Premature surveys would risk disqualifying farmers from central aid packages. Conducting assessments before that date would disqualify the affected farmers from official relief aid and result in an inaccurate estimation of damage. The government is currently preparing a comprehensive list of relief measures for farmers, and officials have been urged to coordinate effectively. This was stated by the agriculture department in its presentation, government sources have said. The Cabinet reviewed regional reports indicating severe dry spells (ranging from 20 to over 40 days) across 18-19 districts, with Marathwada, Vidarbha, and Western Maharashtra being the hardest hit. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule and the CM instructed all District Collectors and field administration to remain on high alert and prepare preliminary relief proposals. The local administration across affected districts (especially in Marathwada) has been ordered to prioritise and reserve existing dam storage strictly for drinking water purposes to prevent potential urban and rural water crises. While waiting for the official October 5 survey window, the government is drafting emergency relief lists, evaluating fodder supply availability for livestock, and instructing agricultural departments to guide farmers on protective irrigation for the surviving Kharif crops. According to the compilation made by the state agriculture department on region-wise crop status, in Beed, 37.21 per cent of the sown area has been damaged; in Jalna, 27.83 per cent; and 7.06 per cent in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. In Latur, Dharashiv, and Parbhani, soybean, green gram (moong), black gram (udid), and cotton crops on light soils are drying up. A widespread outbreak of the Yellow Mosaic virus on soybean crops has also been detected. Long dry spells across rain-fed tracts of Solapur, Satara, Sangli, and Ahilyanagar from Western Maharashtra have put severe stress on moong, udid, soybean, maize, and bajra crops. Yields in these regions are expected to drop by 20 to 25 per cent. In the Vidarbha region, Soybean and cotton crops face significant risk. Several talukas in Amravati, Akola, Buldhana, and Washim have reported a 2 to 3-week spell without rain. Soybeans on light soil have withered; farmers with irrigation facilities are using protective watering to save crops. Paddy transplantation has been delayed in parts of Nagpur, Chandrapur, and Gadchiroli due to deficient rainfall. In North Maharashtra, Nandurbar and select talukas of Nashik, the lack of rain has stunted the growth of maize, cotton, and other crops. However, recent rains in parts of Dhule and Jalgaon have brought partial relief to Kharif crops. Nandurbar has received only 46.6 per cent of its normal rainfall. Severe rainfall deficits are reported in Solapur, Kolhapur, Beed, Latur, Dharashiv, Parbhani, Hingoli, Akola, Washim, Amravati, Wardha, Nagpur, and Chandrapur. Meanwhile, opposition leaders -- including Vijay Wadettiwar and Solapur MP Praniti Shinde from the Congress, and the Shiv Sena(UBT) leaders -- have demanded the immediate declaration of drought in the affected districts. They highlighted that 19 districts and over 83 tehsils face severe rainfall deficits and looming fodder and water shortages. The opposition has urged the state government to issue an immediate emergency relief package, waive crop loans, and set up fodder camps and tanker water supply without waiting for formal post-monsoon timelines. Mahayuti coalition leaders, including NCP MLA Dhananjay Munde, have also written to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis requesting a drought declaration for the hard-hit Marathwada region.

bhaskarlive 16 Sep 2026 10:53 am

Two band artists crushed to death by truck in Amravati

The Times of India 16 Sep 2026 12:23 am

India must sell 'peace of mind': Anand Mahindra wants Goa, Vizag to become India's next medical tourism hub

Anand Mahindra has called for India to focus on trust and patient experience rather than low treatment costs alone to strengthen its medical tourism industry. He suggested Goa and Visakhapatnam (Vizag) could become the next medical tourism hubs by combining their flight connectivity and hospitality infrastructure with world-class hospitals and specialists. He also urged emerging cities such as Amravati and GIFT City to plan health districts, while stressing that building a strong medical ecosystem could take 15 years.

The Economic Times 12 Sep 2026 1:57 pm

2 Newborns Die in Amravati Hospital Fire; Officials Suspended Over Fire Safety Lapses

Three newborns died as an inquiry exposed serious fire safety, equipment maintenance and supervisory failures.

The LogicaI Indian 10 Sep 2026 10:39 am

Five Senior Health Officials Suspended After Fire Claims Lives of Three Newborns in Amravati

Maharashtra suspends five health officials following a fire that resulted in the deaths of three newborns at a hospital in Amravati. Five Senior Health Officials Suspended After Fire Claims Lives of Three Newborns in Amravati

Daily Kiran 10 Sep 2026 3:08 am

Maharashtra unveils Land Bank to accelerate infra projects and advance compensatory afforestation

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) In a major initiative aimed at balancing rapid industrial development with environmental conservation, the Maharashtra Forest Department has established a comprehensive district-wise Land Bank to streamline land allocation for compensatory afforestation. Conceptualised by Forest Minister Ganesh Naik under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modis Viksit Bharat vision. The decision addresses long-standing bureaucratic delays in obtaining forest clearances under the Forest (Conservation and Development) Act, 1980. Currently, the state requires compensatory afforestation on an average of 2,000 to 3,000 hectares of degraded forest land and 1,000 to 2,000 hectares of non-forest land annually. Identifying suitable, encumbrance-free parcels and executing inter-departmental transfers has historically been a time-consuming barrier to major infrastructure works, including national highways, railways, bullet train corridors, transmission lines, and port developments. Through joint field assessments conducted by revenue and forest officials, the state has identified and compiled extensive land records across all districts. About 33,056 hectares of Degraded Forest Land are identified for projects eligible for double-degraded forest afforestation, such as central government ventures and power transmission lines: Nashik Region: 9,002 hectares, Nagpur Region: 8,109 hectares, Amravati Region: 5,724 hectares, Pune Region: 5,330 hectares, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Region: 4,179 hectares and Konkan Region: 712 hectares. Further, 7,546 Hectares of non-forest land have been provided by district collectors across revenue divisions comprising Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: 2,689 hectares, Nashik: 2,525 hectares, Amravati: 1,153 hectares, Pune: 640 hectares, Konkan: 408 hectares and Nagpur: 131 hectares, said a government statement. To ensure seamless execution, the Land Bank details are digitised and published on public web portals, including mahaforest.gov.in/DFLLandBank for degraded forest land and landdashboard.mahabhumi.gov.in for non-forest land. Before inclusion, each land parcel undergoes rigorous verification to confirm it is encroachment-free, clear of legal encumbrances, and ecologically suitable for afforestation. Non-forest land transferred by project agencies will be formally declared as Reserved Forest under Section 4 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927, permanently expanding Maharashtra's overall forest cover. By creating a transparent, central inventory, state authorities aim to eliminate project bottlenecks, ensure robust compensatory plantations, and achieve a sustainable equilibrium between infrastructure growth and ecological protection, said the release.

bhaskarlive 9 Sep 2026 10:41 pm

3 Newborn Deaths: Probe Flags Fire Safety Lapses at Amravati Hospital

Thirty-six other infants undergoing treatment in the SNCU were safely shifted to other hospitals.

Deccan Chronicle 9 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

Amravati newborn deaths: Maha govt orders suspension of five top health dept officials

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Wednesday ordered the suspension of key health department personnel, including the Deputy Director of Health Services (Akola Circle), the Medical Superintendent of the Amravati Women's Hospital, the Additional District Civil Surgeon (Amravati), the Administrative Officer, and the electrician of the hospital in connection with the death of three infants in the fire that broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the Amravati District Women's Hospital on August 24. These health department personnel were held prima facie responsible for supervisory lapses. The state government's move comes after a high-level committee completed an inquiry. Following the submission of the investigation report to the state government, the Public Health Department has directed strict action against those found responsible. During the incident, 36 infants were successfully rescued and safely transferred to other hospitals. According to the inquiry committee's report, serious lapses were identified in technical inspections and equipment maintenance, including the failure to perform timely servicing of ventilators, non-functional fire alarms and sprinkler systems, and a locked fire pump house. In light of the negligence, irresponsible behaviour, supervisory failures, and unpardonable carelessness revealed in the report, instructions have been issued to initiate disciplinary action against the concerned officers and staff under Rule 8 of the Maharashtra Civil Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1979. Administrative action has also been ordered against contractual employees, along with directives to penalise responsible officials from the Public Works Department (PWD). The report found M/s AOV International LLP guilty, leading to directions for the company to be blacklisted. Additionally, as prima facie defects were identified in the services provided by the Shilar Company, orders have been issued to expedite the forensic report and initiate blacklisting proceedings against it as well. To prevent similar tragedies in the future, the state government has decided to significantly strengthen security and safety protocols across state-run hospitals. Directives have been issued to install CCTV systems in all SNCUs and NICUs, as well as to make fire safety mock drills mandatory in every hospital. Strict implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding fire safety, electrical safety, and medical equipment maintenance has also been instructed. Commissioner of Health Services Sanjay Katkar has been tasked with holding regular meetings with the PWD, electrical, fire, bio-technical, and maintenance departments to review hospital safety and exercise effective oversight on all necessary measures. All District Collectors, Chief Executive Officers of Zilla Parishads, and Municipal Commissioners across the state have also been instructed to ensure that electrical and fire safety audits of all hospitals within their jurisdictions are completed within three months. The Commissioner of Health Services has been asked to enforce fire safety audits, monitoring, and compliance reporting in both public and private hospitals through the respective District Civil Surgeons. Meanwhile, the state government has also directed that awards and recognition be given to the brave officers and staff who risked their lives during the disaster to rescue the infants and move them to safety.

bhaskarlive 9 Sep 2026 7:33 pm

Don't ignore student anger over MPSC exam irregularities, warns Shiv Sena (UBT) in Saamana

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) Launching a sharp attack on the Maharashtra government over the controversy surrounding the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC), Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday warned the state leadership against ignoring the growing anger among competitive exam aspirants, saying student resentment could have serious political consequences if unchecked. The Thackeray camp in the party mouthpiece Saamana editorial referred to thousands of competitive exam aspirants taking to the streets in major cities, including Pune, Kolhapur, Chhatrapati Sambhaginagar, and Amravati demanding the immediate removal of the MPSC's corrupt leadership, a thorough and impartial probe into the leak, and the enforcement of absolute transparency in competitive examinations. The editorial slammed the systemic corruption within the commission, pointing out the leak during the MPSC Drug Inspector recruitment exam. It alleged that government posts are being auctioned off for millions of rupees, effectively destroying the dreams of hard-working, honest aspirants. Criticising the police response, the Thackeray camp stated that while petty actors are being rounded up, the masterminds, ringleaders, and politically connected patrons behind the racket remain free under government protection. Selling exam papers for millions of rupees shatters the dreams of hardworking students aspiring for government jobs. While small-time operatives have been targeted, students express anger that key orchestrators and high-level backers of the paper leak syndicate remain free, it noted. Drawing a sharp parallel between political instability and institutional breakdown, the editorial asserted, Those sitting in the commission leak exam papers, while those sitting in government leak political parties, MLAs, and corporators. Both are in the same business. Protestors in Pune echoed this sentiment with posters asking: Have you been seated in power only to break MLAs? it asked. Pointing out Chief Minister Devendra Fadnaviss dominant influence over the states political landscape over the past decade, the editorial held the top leadership directly accountable for failing to curb paper leaks that continue to ruin young careers. The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena condemned the state ministers for ignoring the agitating students and retreating into air-conditioned offices to interact with contractors. The editorial recalled the governance model under Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray during the Shiv Shahi era, where ministers were strictly instructed to step out, meet protestors face-to-face, and resolve public grievances on priority. In contrast, the current administration was described as acting like a passive, uncommunicative entity, completely detached from the concerns of the youth. The Thackeray camp demanded the immediate arrest of all perpetrators and masterminds involved in the paper leak scam. A government born out of splits and defections can yield nothing but leaks. Do not play with fire. If the rising tide of student rage turns into a wildfire, this broken government will be completely reduced to ashes, it remarked.

bhaskarlive 9 Sep 2026 11:36 am

Tigress Tranquilised After Killing 4, Dies On Way To Rescue Centre

The tigress had been terrorising parts of Amravati and Wardha districts since the middle of last month.

NDTV 7 Sep 2026 11:33 pm

Tigress that killed 4 dies while being shifted to rescue centre

Amravati: A tigress that was tranquillised and captured on Monday by a special forest department team after it had killed four persons, including two in the last 24 hours, died while being shifted to a rescue centre, an official said. It was tranquillised and captured by a special forest department team in Shirjagaon Kasba in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 7 Sep 2026 10:47 pm

Theburningquestionof childsafetyin Amravatis government maternity hospital

Three newborn babies died and 36 were rescued after an explosion at Amravatis government maternity hospital, a key healthcare facility serving the district and surrounding areas, including women with critical pregnancies. Snehal Mutha speaks to survivors, rescuers and hospital staff, who flag lapses in fire safety audits

The Hindu 7 Sep 2026 6:59 am

WCD Amravati East Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 13 Anganwadi Worker, Anganwadi Helper Posts

Women and Child Development Amravati East (WCD Amravati East) Recruitment 2026 for 13 posts of Anganwadi Sevika / Madatnis. Candidates with 12th Pass Can Apply Offline. The offline application starts on 02-09-2026, and closes on 17-09-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through WCD Amravati East official website.

FreeJobAlert 31 Aug 2026 12:42 pm

36 Newborns Shifted After Amravati Hospital Fire

Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar termed the fire incident at the Amravati government hospital as unfortunate and announced that a high-level committee has been constituted to probe the matter, with a report expected within eight days.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Aug 2026 1:16 pm

36 newborns relocated after fire at Amravati hospital NICU

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Father of newborn who died in Amravati NICU fire demands justice

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The News Mill 25 Aug 2026 8:52 am

Maharashtra to submit Amravati hospital fire report in eight days

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The News Mill 25 Aug 2026 4:37 am

Tragic Deaths of Newborns Linked to Oxygen Supply Issues in Amravati Incident

Mumbai, August 24: An emergency meeting was convened at KEM Hospital in Mumbai following the tragic deaths of three newborns in the NICU ward of a womens district hospital in Amravati, where a fire broke out. Dr. Tushar Palwe, Dean of KEM Hospital, addressed safety measures in light of the incident. Dr. Palwe stated, Reports ... Read more Tragic Deaths of Newborns Linked to Oxygen Supply Issues in Amravati Incident

Daily Kiran 24 Aug 2026 9:34 pm

'Kept looking...': Father of infant killed in Amravati fire

A father's joy at the birth of his son turned to crushing sorrow after a fire swept through the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a government hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, killing his newborn and two other infants. Swapnil Barge had been searching for his wife and day-old son, only to receive the devastating news hours later.

Rediff 24 Aug 2026 5:33 pm

'No fire alarm, sprinkler': Man who lost son in Amravati fire

A devastating fire in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of a government hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, resulted in the deaths of three newborns. Eyewitnesses and grieving parents allege that fire alarms remained silent and water sprinklers failed to activate, pointing to severe safety lapses and hospital negligence. While 36 infants were rescued, families are demanding accountability for the tragic loss of life.

Rediff 24 Aug 2026 5:28 pm

Amravati Hospital Fire: Nurses Braved Smoke, Darkness to Rescue Babies

As the ventilator in the unit burned, the nurses recalled rushing to rescue the charred infants nearby, describing the horrifying scene.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Aug 2026 4:32 pm

Amravati Hospital Fire: Fadnavis Announces Rs 5 Lakh Ex-gratia

The state government will provide Rs 5 lakh in financial assistance to the family of each deceased child, Fadnavis said in a statement.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Aug 2026 1:54 pm

Amravati Hospital Fire: Father's Desperate Search for Day-Old Son Ends in Heartbreak

Hours after phoning his family to share the joy of becoming a father, Swapnil Barge was frantically searching the corridors of a government hospital in Maharashtra's Amravati for his wife and day-old son - only to learn later that his newborn

Oneindia 24 Aug 2026 1:30 pm

Amravati hospital fire: Saw infants covered in black ash, recalls parent

Relatives of some children admitted to the hospital also claimed that the wards water spray system failed to function and said it should have been activated immediately when the fire broke out

The Hindu 24 Aug 2026 1:18 pm

Three Newborns Die In Fire At Amravati Hospital After Ventilator Blast

AMRAVATI, Aug 24: Three newborn babies died after a fire broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the Amravati District Womens Hospital in Maharashtra early Monday, triggering an emergency evacuation of dozens of infants, officials said. The fire reportedly erupted around 3:30 am after a ventilator exploded on the hospitals third floor, [] The post Three Newborns Die In Fire At Amravati Hospital After Ventilator Blast appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 24 Aug 2026 12:21 pm

Tragic Fire at Amravati Hospital Claims Lives of Three Newborns

Mumbai, August 24: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire at the District Womens Hospital in Amravati, which resulted in the deaths of three newborns. He has ordered a high-level investigation into the incident and announced financial assistance for the affected families. In a post on the social media platform ... Read more Tragic Fire at Amravati Hospital Claims Lives of Three Newborns

Daily Kiran 24 Aug 2026 11:24 am

Amravati Hospital Fire: 3 Newborns Die After Ventilator Explosion, Raising Questions Over NICU Safety

Three newborns died after a ventilator-linked fire erupted inside Amravati hospital's crowded NICU early Monday.

The LogicaI Indian 24 Aug 2026 10:06 am

Maharashtra: 3 Newborns Die After Fire Breaks Out at NICU in Amravati Government Hospital (VIDEO)

Three newborns died after a fire broke out in the NICU of Maharashtra's Amravati District Womens Hospital. Thirty-six infants were rescued as authorities ordered a comprehensive probe.

Web Dunia 24 Aug 2026 9:51 am

Three newborns die in fire at government hospitals NICU in Amravati, Maharashtra

A ventilator in the NICU on the third floor of the district womens hospital suddenly sparked at 3.15 a.m., triggering a fire in the unit; six infants admitted to a super speciality hospital, officials said

The Hindu 24 Aug 2026 8:47 am

3 newborns die in fire at govt hospital's NICU in Maharashtra's Amravati

Three newborns were killed when a fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a government hospital in Maharashtra's Amravati district early on Monday, officials said. The incident occurred at the district women's hospital, they said. A ventilator in the NICU on the third floor of the hospital suddenly sparked at 3.15 am, triggering a fire in the unit, an official said. After the blaze erupted, doctors, nurses and other staff on duty took the children out of the NICU. Three of the newborns died, the official said. Six infants have been admitted to a super speciality hospital, he added.

Business Standard 24 Aug 2026 8:47 am

3 newborns die in fire at govt hospital

Amravati: Three newborns were killed when a fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a government hospital in Maharashtras Amravati district early on Monday, August 24, officials said. The incident occurred at the district womens hospital, they said. Amravati, Maharashtra: Three newborns died after a fire broke out in the Neonatal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 24 Aug 2026 8:46 am

Maharashtra: Fire Breaks Out in Amravati Hospital NICU, Three Newborns Die

Around 39 newborns were reportedly admitted to the unit at the time of the incident. However, three babies suffered fatal burn injuries in the blaze.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Aug 2026 8:39 am

3 newborns dead, 6 undergoing treatment after fire at NICU of Amravati District Women's Hospital

Three newborns died after a fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Amravati District Women's Hospital. According to information available, the fire began around 3:30 am following an explosion in a ventilator on the third floor of the hospital. A total of 39 infants were being treated in the hospital when the incident took place. The prompt action of doctors, nurses, and other staff on duty saved the lives of several infants, but three of them died. Six of them have been shifted to a super-speciality hospital for further treatment. The condition of the infants admitted to the super-speciality hospital remains unknown.

India TV 24 Aug 2026 8:25 am

3 babies killed as massive fire rips through hospital in Maharashtra's Amravati

babies killed as massive fire rips through hospital in Maharashtras Amravati

India Today 24 Aug 2026 7:54 am

600 students who left 'haunted' Maha school get new hostel

Girl students at a government residential school in Amravati, Maharashtra, are moving to a new hostel after nearly 600 students left, claiming some girls were possessed. Officials attributed the strange behaviour to mental stress and local superstitions, including beliefs about spirits and upset deities. The new hostel aims to alleviate overcrowding and provide a better environment.

Rediff 19 Aug 2026 6:11 pm

'Girls were possessed': 600 students leave 'haunted' hostel

Nearly 600 tribal students abandoned a government-run hostel in Amravati, Maharashtra, after some girls exhibited strange behaviour, leading to claims of spirit possession. Officials suspect mental stress or selective hysteria, while local beliefs attribute the incidents to angry spirits from a cut 'mahua' tree or an encroached temple. Counselling efforts are underway to bring students back.

Rediff 17 Aug 2026 2:37 pm

69 tribal students suffered food poisoning at Amravati ashram shala

The incident took place on Saturday night at the Ashram School in Village Titamba in Dharani taluka, when students complained ofvomiting and stomach pain.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 10:00 pm

Food poisoning scare, over 100 tribal students hospitalised in Maharashtras Amravati

The students complained of vomiting after eating meals in the residential schools

The Hindu 27 Jul 2026 3:32 pm

Watch: Thief Walks Away With 40-Kg Water Cooler On His Shoulder In Amravati

A daring theft has been caught on camera in Maharashtra's Amravati, where a man disconnected and walked away with a 40kg public water cooler outside a gym.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 9:35 am

Man arrested for stealing buses from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh

Amravati: A man with a history of criminal offences has been arrested for allegedly stealing a Rs 2 crore electric bus belonging to the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation, an official said. The Shivshahi e-bus was stolen from the Imamwada bus stand in Nagpur on Wednesday, July 1, night when the vehicle was being charged. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Jul 2026 11:51 am

Major Fraud Case in Maharashtra: 51 Lakh Scam Linked to CSR Fund

Amravati, June 29: A significant fraud case has emerged in Amravati district, Maharashtra, where a social organization was duped of 51 lakh rupees under the pretense of securing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding. The Dariapur police have registered a case against two accused individuals and have initiated an investigation. According to the police, the scam ... Read more Major Fraud Case in Maharashtra: 51 Lakh Scam Linked to CSR Fund

Daily Kiran 29 Jun 2026 1:18 pm

Maharashtra police bust cyber fraud ring in Goa

Amravati: Amravati Rural Police from Maharashtra have reportedly dismantled an interstate cyber fraud network operating out of a premium residential apartment complex in South Goa. During the raid, authorities arrested 12 individuals, including one woman. The suspects, who hail from Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, are accused of using bank accounts belonging to daily []

The Navhind Times 25 Jun 2026 1:27 am

Maharashtra Government Accelerates Silt Removal to Combat Flooding

Mumbai, June 16: The Maharashtra government is set to launch a dedicated initiative to expedite the removal of silt from rivers and drains across the state. In a meeting held on Tuesday, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule instructed officials to develop a standard operating procedure (SOP) for silt removal in Nagpur and Amravati districts without delay. ... Read more Maharashtra Government Accelerates Silt Removal to Combat Flooding

Daily Kiran 16 Jun 2026 9:14 pm

Widowed farmer attacks Mahbubabad revenue attendant for harassing her

Hyderabad: Tensions prevailed in Mahbubabad district when a widowed farmer, along with her relatives, attacked a revenue attendant with her shoes for repeated alleged harassment. Yakamma from Parvatagiri village had lost her 20 pits of land on the Amravati-Nagpur Greenfield Expressway after the government acquired it, for which she was due compensation. For the past Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Jun 2026 10:05 pm