Lucknow Fire Fallout? Sealed Kanpur Coaching Centre Reopens Within 24 Hours

Lucknow Fire Fallout? Sealed Kanpur Coaching Centre Reopens Within 24 Hours

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Business Today
  • Updated Jun 26, 2026 2:52 PM IST

After the tragic Lucknow coaching centre fire that claimed 15 lives, Uttar Pradesh launched a statewide crackdown on unsafe buildings. But in Kanpur, a coaching centre that was reportedly sealed was found open within 24 hours. The building is alleged to belong to the brother of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker, triggering questions over whether VIP influence undermined the safety drive. While the Kanpur Development Authority insists it only issued a notice and never sealed the premises, the Opposition has accused the administration of bowing to political pressure. Watch the full report.

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