India, June 22 -- A massive fire broke out at a coaching centre in the Purnia area of Aliganj in Lucknow on Monday. Eight fire tenders were rushed to the spot and rescue operations are underway. While no casualties have been reported so far, several students are feared trapped inside the building.

A few students jumped from the building to escape the flames, according to police sources. King George's Medical University (KGMU) Trauma Centre CMS Professor Premraj Singh said two injured persons have been brought to the casualty ward, while around 15 more are expected to arrive.

A local told PTI that the fire may have been caused by a spark. "Seven to eight students jumped from the building to save themselves. However, around 20 to 25 stude...