A major fire incident was reported at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhubaneswar on Friday after flames engulfed a laboratory located on the fourth floor of the Nursing College building. Prompt action by multiple firefighting teams helped contain the blaze and ensured the safe evacuation of hundreds of nursing students and staff members.
Fire Erupts in Nursing College Laboratory
According to officials, the Bhubaneswar Fire Station was alerted immediately after the fire broke out. Firefighters rushed to the scene and launched emergency operations to control the flames. As the situation intensified, additional support was sought from nearby fire stations, including Tamando Fire Station, SFF CR personnel, and the in-house fire safety unit of AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
Emergency Response Prevents Major Disaster
Firefighting teams worked in coordination for several hours to bring the situation under control. The swift response enabled the safe evacuation of students, faculty members, and other individuals present inside the building at the time of the incident.
Officials stated that no injuries or fatalities were reported, and the timely intervention of emergency responders helped prevent a potentially major disaster at one of Odisha’s leading healthcare and educational institutions.
Property Damage Reported, Investigation Underway
Preliminary reports indicate that furniture and other laboratory equipment were damaged in the fire. However, AIIMS Bhubaneswar administration has stated that no major structural damage has been reported so far.
A joint team comprising officials from the concerned departments will conduct a detailed assessment of the damage and investigate the cause of the fire. Authorities have also initiated an inspection of fire safety systems, security arrangements, and firefighting equipment across the hospital premises.
Cause of Fire Yet to Be Determined
The exact cause of the fire remains unknown. Officials have launched an inquiry, and a comprehensive report on the extent of the damage and the circumstances leading to the incident is expected after the investigation is completed.
The incident highlights the importance of robust fire safety measures in healthcare and educational institutions, particularly in facilities handling laboratory equipment and large student populations.
