Nepal, Jan. 13 -- Nine Nepali migrant workers from Salyan, including five children, were killed after a gas cylinder explosion sparked a massive fire in Himachal Pradesh's Arki area early Monday.

Nine Nepali migrant workers have been confirmed dead after a massive fire, triggered by a gas cylinder explosion, broke out in the Arki area of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India, in the early hours of Monday, according to Indian media reports.The fire erupted between 2:00-2:30 AM in the old bus stand area of Arki, rapidly engulfing several shops and adjoining residential structures. Local officials said the affected buildings were largely wooden, allowing the flames to spread quickly.

According to ANI, at least one child was rescued ali...