Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Promises Action Following Building Collapse in Saidulajab
Delhi building collapse: CM Rekha Gupta visits incident site, promises action against illegal constructions
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the site of a building collapse in Saidulajab, where two fatalities have been reported. She assured strict action against unauthorized constructions and responsible officials. Rescue operations are ongoing as around 30 individuals were believed to be trapped under the debris.
- 01The building collapse occurred in the Saidulajab area near Saket Metro station on Saturday evening.
- 02Two people have died, and approximately 10 individuals are still believed to be trapped under the rubble.
- 03A criminal case has been registered at Mehrauli Police Station, and a magisterial inquiry is underway.
- 04Gupta emphasized the government's commitment to addressing unauthorized constructions and ensuring accountability among officials.
- 05Rescue teams from the National Disaster Response Force and Delhi Police are actively searching for survivors.
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the site of a tragic building collapse in the Saidulajab area on Sunday, where at least two people have died. Gupta assured that strict measures would be implemented against unauthorized constructions and any officials found negligent. Rescue operations, which began on Saturday evening, are ongoing, with reports indicating that around 30 individuals were present at the time of the collapse. So far, only nine have been rescued, with two confirmed dead and several others in critical condition. A criminal case has been filed at Mehrauli Police Station, and a magisterial inquiry will be conducted by the District Magistrate of South District. Gupta has directed officials to inspect dilapidated buildings in the area and take necessary actions against unauthorized structures. The exact cause of the collapse remains under investigation, focusing on structural integrity and safety regulation compliance.
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The building collapse has raised concerns about safety regulations and unauthorized constructions in Delhi.
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