Building Collapse in Mehrauli, Delhi Claims Two Lives and Leaves Three Injured
Delhi: 2 dead, 3 critical after building collapses in Mehrauli area
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A building collapse in the Mehrauli area of Delhi resulted in two fatalities and three individuals critically injured. A total of ten victims were transported to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, with ongoing rescue efforts involving multiple emergency services.
- 01Two fatalities confirmed and three individuals in critical condition following the collapse.
- 02Ten victims were taken to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, with five others reported stable.
- 03The building, described as old, collapsed on a structure housing a medical students' canteen.
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In a tragic incident in the Mehrauli police station area of Delhi, two individuals lost their lives, and three others are in critical condition following a building collapse. Emergency services reported that a total of ten patients were rushed to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, where two were declared dead upon arrival, while three are receiving critical care. The remaining five victims are stable and under observation. DCP Anant Mittal stated that police and emergency responders were quick to the scene after the incident was reported. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Fire Services, and Delhi police are all involved in a joint rescue operation. Eyewitnesses noted that the collapse occurred in an old building, which fell onto a structure believed to be a canteen for medical students, potentially trapping individuals inside. Rescue efforts have so far managed to save around nine people, and operations are ongoing to ensure no one is left trapped under the debris. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
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The building collapse has led to significant emergency response efforts in the Mehrauli area, affecting local residents and services.
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