Cook in Malviya Nagar hotel fire case gets bail; court says forensic report yet to establish cause

Delhi court granted bail to cook Kesar Negi in the Malviya Nagar Flourish B&B hotel fire case that killed 22 people.

The court noted the forensic report establishing the fire's cause has not yet been submitted, so criminal culpability cannot be based solely on a witness statement.

Police investigation found the fire started when an oil fryer was left switched on while Kesar Negi prepared tea, causing the oil to reach auto-ignition temperature.

The fire spread rapidly due to highly inflammable materials like cartons stored in the premises.

Police alleged Kesar Negi failed to warn guests or call emergency services after the fire started.