India, April 15 -- LUCKNOW A day after a fire broke out at state-run Lok Bandhu Hospital here, deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak on Tuesday directed a high-level probe into the incident and warned of strict action against those found responsible.

A five-member committee headed by the director-general (medical and health services) has been constituted to investigate the cause of the fire and assess any lapses in safety protocols. The panel has been asked to submit its report within 15 days, according to an official statement.

"In view of the fire incident at Lok Bandhu hospital on Monday night, I have ordered a detailed inquiry. If anyone is found guilty of negligence, strict action will be taken. Principal secretary of the health dep...