A devastating house fire in a remote Uttarakhand village has resulted in the tragic death of a teenage girl and left her father with serious injuries. The incident occurred late on Wednesday night in Diyari village, casting a pall of grief over the community.
Tragedy Strikes in Diyari Village
The fire broke out around 11 pm on Wednesday night at the residence of Govind Lal. The home is located in Diyari village, within the Ramgarh block, an area situated on the border between the Nainital and Almora districts. The circumstances that led to the ignition of the flames remain unknown and are a central point of the police probe.
Fatal Outcome and Rescue Attempt
The victim has been identified as 19-year-old Meena Arya. Reports indicate she was inside a room when the fire started and was unable to escape. Her father sustained his injuries while courageously attempting to rescue his daughter from the engulfing flames. His brave efforts, however, could not save her life.
Emergency Response and Ongoing Investigation
Firefighting teams from Almora rushed to the scene. They were assisted by local police personnel and villagers from the area. Through their combined efforts, the blaze was eventually brought under control. The aftermath has left the family and village in shock. Authorities have confirmed that the cause of the fire is yet to be determined. A thorough investigation by the police is currently underway to piece together the events that led to this heartbreaking incident.
