Hyderabad, May 18 -- BRS MLC K Kavitha on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in a fire that broke out at a building near Gulzar House in Hyderabad earlier this morning.

In a post on X, K Kavitha wrote, "Deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic fire accident at Gulzar House near Charminar early this morning. My heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Praying for the swift recovery of the injured. Urge authorities to ensure all support and a thorough investigation."

According to the Telangana Fire Disaster Response Emergency and Civil Defence, at least 17 people have died in the fire that broke out in a building at the Gulzar House near Charminar in Hyderabad early this morning.

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