A fire at a hospital in Islamabad killed 14 newborns, according to officials. The incident occurred at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) on Wednesday morning. The fire started in a third-floor nursery, leading to the loss of 14 infants. One baby was rescued from the nursery, and four others were saved from an adjacent room.
The prime minister has announced financial support for the families of the victims. Each family will receive Rs5 million, which is approximately $18,012. The decision was shared by a federal minister on Friday. The government is providing this compensation as part of its response to the tragedy.
Investigations into the fire are ongoing. Pakistani investigators have visited the hospital to examine the cause of the incident. The nursery was a key location in the hospital, and the fire has raised concerns about safety measures in public healthcare facilities.
The incident has sparked discussions about hospital safety and emergency protocols in Islamabad. Officials are expected to release more details as the investigation progresses.
