Kolkata: A fire broke out at the SSKM Hospital in Kolkata this morning, triggering panic among patients and family members.
There is no report of casualty or injury as of now, fire department said.
The fire had been reported shortly after 11 am and eight engines had already been pressed into service, the fire department sources said.
Thick black smoke was seen billowing from the fifth floor of the historic Ronald Ross building, housing several departments of the hospital, police said.
The cause of the fire was not immediately known.
Fire officials said several people have been evacuated safely.
The AJC Bose flyover and approach roads to SSKM have been restricted.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also visited the spot.
There is no report of casualty or injury as of now, fire department said.
The fire had been reported shortly after 11 am and eight engines had already been pressed into service, the fire department sources said.
The cause of the fire was not immediately known.
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The AJC Bose flyover and approach roads to SSKM have been restricted.
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