In a heartbreaking incident during Diwali celebrations, a family of four from Gujarat's Gir Somnath district faced an unimaginable tragedy. The father, Dineshbhai alias Bijalbhai Chauhan, and his two-year-old son, Daksh, lost their lives after sustaining burn injuries when a fire broke out in their home in Chikhli village of Una taluka on November 7.
The incident was initiated by an accidental spill of petrol onto a lit earthen lamp (diya), which quickly spread the flames. A nearby can containing around 20 litres of petrol, also caught fire and exploded, causing the house to become engulfed in flames. At the time, two-year-old Daksh was asleep inside the house and could not escape. In a desperate attempt to save their son, Dineshbhai and his wife, Samjhuben, bravely rushed into the burning home.
All four family members sustained severe burn injuries. Despite medical intervention, Daksh succumbed to his injuries during treatment. Three days later, on November 10, Dineshbhai also passed away in the hospital. Their 14-year-old daughter Darshana, who was also injured in the incident, has since recovered and been discharged from the hospital. However, Samjhuben remains critically ill and is still receiving treatment.
The village of Chikhli is now mourning the loss of Daksh and his father, while they continue to pray for the recovery of Samjhuben. This tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers that can arise during Diwali celebrations when precautions are not taken.
Attribution: According to reports from Dilipbhai Punjabhai Mori.