Investigators appointed by Pakistan’s prime minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the hospital nursery where a fire claimed the lives of 14 newborns, as families and the public demand clarity on the incident and hospital safety protocols. The blaze occurred at a government medical facility, raising urgent questions about the circumstances that led to the tragedy.

Initial statements from hospital and district officials attributed the fire to an exploding air-conditioning unit. However, a preliminary hospital report has since indicated that the fire originated from a blast involving a nebulizer device. The report also pointed to the high concentration of oxygen in the nursery as a key factor that facilitated the rapid spread of the flames.

The investigation team’s visit aimed to gather further evidence and assess the safety standards in place at the hospital. Authorities have yet to release a definitive cause, and the incident has prompted calls for a thorough review of emergency protocols and equipment maintenance in healthcare facilities.

Families of the victims remain in mourning, underscoring the need for transparent communication from hospital administrators and government officials. The investigation continues as officials seek to prevent similar tragedies in the future.