Delhi building collapse leaves dozens feared trapped
Delhi building collapse leaves dozens feared trapped
Delhi Building Collapse
A five-storey residential building in Delhi, India, has collapsed, with dozens of students feared trapped beneath the rubble. The building, known as Hostel Daze, is located close to the Delhi University campus and had been undergoing construction work in its basement before the collapse. According to eyewitnesses, up to 50 people were inside the building in the Satya Niketan neighbourhood of south-west Delhi when it collapsed at about 13:30 local time on Sunday.Rescue Efforts
Rescue efforts are underway, with six people reportedly rescued so far. At least one person has died, and two others are in critical condition, according to NDTV, citing local police. The National Students' Union of India has called for an investigation into the cause of the incident and urged authorities to hold anyone found responsible accountable. Police are searching for the owner of the building, according to the Times of India.Construction Work and Safety Concerns
The building had been undergoing construction work in its basement, with the leaseholder carrying out excavation work to generate more income. However, the owner of a nearby shop told the news agency ANI that the pillars below the building were weak, which may have contributed to the collapse. The National Students' Union of India has expressed concerns about the safety of students and common people, stating that "negligence with the safety of students and common people will not be tolerated at any cost".Investigation and Response
The Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, has stated that every possible effort is being made to safely rescue those trapped. The neighbouring building has been evacuated as a precautionary measure. The cause of the collapse is still unknown, and an investigation is underway.| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of people inside the building | Up to 50 |
| Number of people rescued | 6 |
| Number of people dead | At least 1 |
| Number of people in critical condition | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in Delhi?
A five-storey residential building in Delhi, India, has collapsed, with dozens of students feared trapped inside.
How many people are affected?
Up to 50 people were inside the building when it collapsed, with at least one person dead and two others in critical condition.
What is being done to rescue those trapped?
Rescue efforts are underway, with six people reportedly rescued so far. The Chief Minister of Delhi has stated that every possible effort is being made to safely rescue those trapped.
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