A Delhi court on Monday granted bail to Keshar Negi, the head chef accused in the June 3 fire at the Flourish Stay Bed & Breakfast in Malviya Nagar, which claimed 23 lives, including several foreign nationals. The court ruled that operating kitchen appliances as part of his job did not constitute criminal negligence (thehindu.com).
Negi had been arrested in connection with the incident, which occurred at the B&B in the heart of Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area. The court’s decision emphasized that routine kitchen work alone could not be considered negligent. The case has drawn significant public attention due to the high number of casualties and the international nature of the victims.
The fire broke out in the early hours of June 3, leading to a major rescue operation. Authorities are still investigating the exact cause of the blaze. The bail decision comes as the legal proceedings continue, with the court awaiting further evidence to determine the extent of Negi’s responsibility.
