Jaipur Hospital Fire Death Toll Controversy: Families Claim 8 While Officials Report Only 6 Casualties

Oct 07, 2025 08:52 pm CST

A devastating fire at Jaipur's SMS Hospital has sparked controversy over the actual death toll, with official reports counting six casualties while families claim at least eight deaths. The tragedy highlights critical issues in emergency response and patient care during hospital disasters, as relatives of victims from the polytrauma ward describe their desperate efforts to save loved ones amid chaotic evacuation conditions and insufficient support.