Malviya Nagar Fire: 15 Patients Hospitalized, Investigation Underway
Malviya Nagar fire: 15 patients stable, 13 international patients

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A fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, resulted in 15 patients being admitted to Max Hospital, with 13 being international guests. The Delhi Chief Minister has promised strict action against safety violations, while the hotel owner faces serious charges.
- 0115 patients are currently hospitalized at Max Hospital, including 13 international patients.
- 02One patient is on ventilator support, while five have been successfully weaned off.
- 03Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced strict actions against officials for fire safety violations.
- 04The hotel owner, Lovkesh Bajaj, has been remanded to police custody for four days on multiple charges.
- 05The fire incident claimed at least 21 lives, including 17 foreign nationals, highlighting severe safety lapses.
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A fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, has led to 15 patients being admitted to Max Hospital, with 13 of them being international guests. The hospital reported that one patient remains on ventilator support, while five others have been successfully weaned off. All patients are stable and receiving comprehensive medical care. In response to the tragedy, which claimed 21 lives, including 17 foreign nationals, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta warned of strict actions against officials responsible for fire safety lapses and unauthorized constructions. The hotel owner, Lovkesh Bajaj, has been arrested and faces serious charges under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Investigations revealed significant safety violations, including sealed windows and locked basement exits, which hampered rescue efforts. Authorities are taking measures to ensure accountability and prevent future incidents.
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The incident has raised serious concerns about fire safety regulations in Delhi, prompting immediate governmental action.
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