Bangladeshi Fire Survivor Claims Rs 1.8 Lakh Charged After Free Body Transfer Promise

The Economic Times published an account from a Malviya Nagar fire survivor originally from Bangladesh. The survivor alleges that, despite a promise of free body transportation, he was charged Rs 1.8 lakh. He claims the fee was imposed after the emergency services completed the transfer. The allegation raises questions about the handling of post‑disaster assistance. Authorities have not yet responded to the survivor’s complaint. The case highlights concerns over transparency in emergency billing practices. Advocacy groups are calling for a review of the charges levied on victims. The incident may prompt policy scrutiny ahead of future disaster responses.