Kanpur Dehat, Uttar Pradesh: A fire broke out in a thatched shelter in Rajau village under the Rasulabad police station area, reducing household belongings to ashes and leaving a family devastated.

According to the family, the incident caused extensive damage as household items kept inside the shelter were destroyed in the blaze. Relatives have alleged that the fire was deliberately set and have raised suspicion against a person from the village. The allegation is yet to be established through the police investigation.

The incident reportedly left 60-year-old Lakshmi Devi, wife of Sobaran Lal Rajput, deeply shocked. Her condition deteriorated following the incident, and she subsequently died.

Local police reached the spot after receiving information about the incident and initiated an inquiry. Officials are examining the circumstances surrounding the fire and the allegations made by the family.

The exact cause of the fire and responsibility for the incident will be determined after the investigation. Police are also expected to examine statements from the family and other people present in or around the village at the time of the incident.

The incident has caused concern among residents of Rajau village, while the affected family is facing the loss of household belongings and the death of a family member.

Further action is expected based on the findings of the police investigation and other available evidence.

Report: Amresh Tripathi, Kanpur