Telangana: Six girls hospitalised after hostel fire linked to AC blast, officials say
Six girls were found unconscious and hospitalised after a fire broke out at the Nine Education girls’ hostel in Telangana’s Medchal–Malkajgiri district early Sunday. Officials said the blaze was triggered by an air-conditioner blast caused by a short circuit; local residents helped control the flames before fire services arrived, and the students were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
What happened
Six girls were hospitalised early Sunday, 25 January 2026, after they were found unconscious in a hostel room following a fire at the Nine Education girls’ hostel in Telangana’s Medchal–Malkajgiri district, officials said. The incident took place under the Alwal police limits.
A fire official said the blaze began at around 4:40 am after an air-conditioner blast linked to a short circuit. The affected students were evacuated and shifted to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
Response and immediate rescue
According to the report, local residents rushed to the scene and managed to bring the flames under control before the fire team arrived. Emergency responders then assessed the situation and helped ensure the area was secured.
Officials said the six girls in the room were found unconscious, indicating possible smoke inhalation or related exposure during the fire, though detailed medical updates were not immediately provided.
Safety questions and broader context
The incident has renewed attention on fire safety preparedness in crowded residential settings such as hostels, where electrical faults and air-conditioner short circuits can escalate quickly if wiring, ventilation and emergency exits are inadequate.
Authorities generally investigate such cases by checking the AC unit, wiring loads, maintenance records, and whether proper circuit breakers and smoke alarms were in place. The report said further details would be provided later.
What to watch next
Key follow-ups include the students’ condition, confirmation of the exact cause (electrical fault vs other trigger), and any official action on building compliance, inspections, and hostel safety protocols.