Hyderabad, June 5 -- TRS president K Kavitha on Thursday, June 4, alleged that the massive fire that engulfed a shopping complex opposite Maitrivanam in Ameerpet was the result of official negligence and demanded compensation for the affected shop owners.

Kavitha visits accident site, interacts with victims

After visiting the fire-ravaged commercial complex and interacting with victims, Kavitha said the tragedy was not a sudden incident, but one that could have been prevented had authorities acted on repeated warnings.

"The conditions that could lead to a fire accident had been brought to the notice of officials for the last three months. However, their negligence has led to this situation," she said.

According to Kavitha, the blaze c...