Kolhapur: Eight people died in the early hours of Sunday when a textile factory caught fire in Solapur district of Maharashtra. Among the dead were 1.5 -year -old child Yusuf Mansuri and his 87 -year -old grandfather was Usman MansuriThe owner and the founder of the factory who produced baths and hand towels.Explosion occurred between 3.30 pm and 4 pm Central textile company In Akkalkot Road MidakProbably triggered by an electrical short circuit. The victims included four members of the family members of the factory owner and four members from the family of a worker who lived on the site.Efforts were interrupted by a religious structure near the main entrance by the owner’s family. The firefighters accessed the building using the ladder and violated the 20-foot rear wall to enter. Three people were evacuated alive, but thick smoke and flames further saved. Three firefighters, including the Chief Fire Officer, were jealous of their palms and faces. He continued the effort through the morning and afternoon. Around 8 pm, the bodies of Mehtab Bagwan (51), Hina Bagwan (35), and Salman Bagwan (18) were found. By 3 pm, the remains of Osman, Anas Mansuri (24), Shika Mansuri (24), Yusuf, and Ayesha Bagwan (45) were also found. While Mansuris belonged to the owner, Baghwans belonged to the family of the worker. A distant relative identified the remains of the Mansuri family. Any immediate family members survived.SDO Sadashiv Paddune said that about 10,000 to 12,000 square feet spread in the factory. The residents reported to hear a loud voice before the flames erupted. The fire rose for six to seven hours, with efforts to recover for more than 12 hours. Property damage, including machinery and raw materials, is estimated at Rs 1 crore.
