In a tragic incident in Rajasthan's Churu district, two young sisters were burnt alive when a thatched roof hut caught fire in Manpura Dhani village under Beedasar tehsil on Sunday.
Incident Details
The fire broke out unexpectedly in a hut located on Bhagirath Meghwal's farm. At the time of the incident, two biological sisters, 11-year-old Monika and 9-year-old Dali, were sleeping inside the hut. Both succumbed to severe burn injuries on the spot.
Police Response
Churu Superintendent of Police Nishchay Prasad confirmed that an FIR has been registered regarding the deaths. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and authorities are working to determine whether it was accidental or due to any foul play.
Background
The village, located in the arid region of Rajasthan, has many such thatched huts used by farm laborers. Such structures are particularly vulnerable to fires, especially during dry weather conditions.
Community Mourning
The local community has expressed deep shock and grief over the incident. Neighbors and relatives gathered at the spot, and the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination.
Investigation Ongoing
Police have not ruled out any possibilities and are collecting forensic evidence from the scene. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
