Newborn Dies in Kanpur Hospital After NICU Warmer Catches Fire

February 9, 2026

Kanpur: A devastating incident has sent shockwaves through Kanpur, raising serious questions about hospital safety and equipment maintenance. In the Bithoor area, a newborn girl tragically lost her life in a private hospital, mere hours after birth.

Baby Born Healthy, Suddenly Caught in Blaze

The baby was born on Sunday at Raja Hospital in Brahm Nagar. She was the first child of the family. Following delivery, the newborn was placed in a NICU warmer to monitor her vital signs and maintain her body temperature.

Tragically, the warmer suffered a sudden short circuit, which sparked a fire inside the NICU. The flames spread rapidly, leaving hospital staff and family members no time to react. Despite frantic attempts to save the baby, she succumbed to severe burns within hours of birth.

The incident has left the family devastated, turning what should have been a moment of celebration into profound grief.

Family Accuses Hospital of Negligence

Relatives have accused the hospital and its staff of gross negligence, arguing that regular equipment inspections and proper safety protocols could have prevented this catastrophic accident.

Upon receiving information about the incident, Bithoor police rushed to the hospital and have launched a detailed investigation. Statements from family members are being recorded, and authorities are examining the hospital’s NICU management, safety measures, and adherence to medical protocols.

While the hospital administration has not yet issued a detailed statement, the police investigation is expected to provide clarity on the sequence of events, responsibility, and any lapses that contributed to this loss.