Tragedy in Mylasandra: Elderly Man Perishes in House Fire

An 80-year-old man named Mailarappa was charred to death when a fire erupted at his home in Mylasandra. Despite efforts by family and neighbors to extinguish the flames, Mailarappa, who had mobility issues due to an amputation, succumbed to burn injuries. Police are investigating the cause of the fire.

A devastating fire claimed the life of an 80-year-old man named Mailarappa in Mylasandra. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, leaving the community in shock and mourning.

According to police reports, Mailarappa, who lived alone and was physically impaired due to a recent leg amputation, could not escape the blaze. His granddaughter Ramya, who routinely cared for his needs, was one of the first family members to be alerted to the catastrophe.

Authorities have registered a case of unnatural death and are thoroughly investigating to determine the cause of the fire. Police have not ruled out foul play and await a postmortem to clarify the exact cause of Mailarappa's death. The tragic incident has prompted a thorough examination, as family and neighbors seek answers.

(With inputs from agencies.)