Nampally Fire Case: Furniture Shop Owner Satish Batcha Arrested, Police Cite Short Circuit as Likely Cause
Hyderabad Police arrest furniture shop owner in Nampally fire case. Abids ACP Praveen Kumar says short circuit likely caused the fire; investigation underway.
The Hyderabad Police have intensified their probe into the Nampally fire accident that claimed multiple lives. Acting on a complaint filed by the children’s father Yadiah, police have registered a case and arrested the furniture shop owner Satish Batcha.
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Providing details, Praveen Kumar, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Abids, said the accused has been booked under BNS Section 110 related to fire accidents and is being sent for judicial remand.
Short Circuit Suspected as Cause of Fire
According to preliminary findings by the police:
- The fire appears to have been caused by a short circuit
- Lift repairs were carried out two days before the incident
- A wiring fault during the repair work may have triggered the blaze
Officials said technical experts are examining the electrical system to confirm the exact cause.
Furniture Stored in Cellar Worsened Fire
Police revealed that the fire spread rapidly due to large quantities of furniture stored in the cellar, which is a serious violation of safety norms.
Key observations include:
- Furniture storage in the cellar helped flames spread quickly
- Thick smoke accumulated within minutes
- People trapped inside had no chance to escape
Deaths Caused by Smoke Suffocation
ACP Praveen Kumar stated that the people present in the cellar died due to smoke suffocation.
- Victims were unable to escape as toxic smoke filled the cellar
- Lack of ventilation worsened the situation
- The fire itself was less fatal than the dense smoke inhalation
Investigation Ongoing, More Details Expected
Police confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and all aspects of the case are being examined, including:
- Electrical safety lapses
- Illegal use of cellar space
- Responsibility of the building and shop management
Authorities said more details will emerge soon as the probe progresses.
The Nampally fire case has once again raised serious concerns about fire safety violations in commercial buildings in Hyderabad, with police assuring strict action against those found responsible.
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