A massive fire broke out in a garment shop in Chauta Bazaar, Surat, causing panic among residents. The fire was contained on the second floor of the building, with no spread to neighboring structures. Fire officials responded promptly to control the blaze.
In the 2019 Takshashila Arcade fire case in Surat, government officials are facing trial for culpable homicide not amounting to murder. The accused include government officers and builders, charged with negligence in the construction approval process. Trial proceedings are ongoing with strong evidence collected against the accused.
The court procedure in the Takshashila Arcade fire case is yet to be completed even five years after the tragedy that claimed the lives of 22 students. Parents of the deceased express concerns over delayed justice and slow court proceedings. Accused officials are out on bail, raising questions about the meaning of justice after such a long time. Families plan to gather to pay homage to the deceased students near Takshashila Arcade.