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Will work to prevent such tragedies in the future: Union Minister Shekhawat on Jaipur hospital fire

IANS | October 06, 2025 01:33 PM

JODHPUR: Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire at Jaipur’s Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital and extended condolences to the families of the victims.

Speaking to the media in Jodhpur, Shekhawat emphasised that the focus now should be on saving lives and preventing such incidents from occurring again. “This is not a matter for personal blame or political comment.”

Shekhawat said. “If an individual is found responsible, action will be taken. And if it was due to a technical flaw, steps must be taken to ensure it doesn’t happen again.”

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