Odisha tragedy: At least 10 killed in hospital fire, CM Maji rushes to spot

The fire erupted between 2.30 am and 3 am on Monday at the intensive care unit (ICU) of the trauma department of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha's Cuttack. At least 10 have died, while 11 others are injured. Here's everything we know so far.

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