A devastating fire in Vivek Vihar, East Delhi, on Sunday resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, bringing renewed attention to the city's fire safety protocols. This incident follows a series of tragic fires, including a March 2023 blaze in Palam Vihar that also claimed nine lives. In the first four months of 2026, Delhi has recorded over 7,800 fire-related emergencies, exacerbated by rising summer temperatures. Investigations into the recent fire are ongoing, but officials point to systemic failures in fire safety preparedness, particularly in unauthorized constructions and vulnerable areas. Previous tragedies, such as the 2019 Anaj Mandi fire that killed 43 people, have highlighted the dire need for stricter enforcement of fire safety regulations. Despite the establishment of safety committees and interventions from the National Human Rights Commission, effective implementation of safety measures remains elusive. Recent relaxations of fire safety regulations have raised concerns about compliance and safety in the densely populated city. The situation calls for immediate action to address the root causes of these recurring tragedies.