Magisterial Inquiry Launched Following Deadly Malviya Nagar Fire Incident
Malviya Nagar fire: Magisterial inquiry ordered after 21 deaths

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A fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, resulted in 21 fatalities, including 17 foreign nationals. Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood announced a magisterial inquiry and a citywide fire safety enforcement campaign to prevent future tragedies.
- 01The fire in Malviya Nagar led to the deaths of 21 individuals, primarily foreign nationals.
- 02A magisterial inquiry has been initiated to investigate the causes of the fire.
- 03Preliminary investigations revealed serious violations of safety and licensing norms at the bed-and-breakfast establishment.
- 04The Delhi Police issued a Lookout Circular for the hotel co-owner, Lovkesh Bajaj.
- 05A coordinated citywide fire safety enforcement campaign will begin to inspect and address safety violations across Delhi.
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A tragic fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, claimed the lives of at least 21 people, including 17 foreign nationals. Following this incident, Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood convened a high-level meeting with Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, announcing a magisterial inquiry to investigate the causes of the fire. Preliminary findings suggest serious safety violations, including unauthorized expansions and sealed windows that hindered escape during the blaze. The property was reportedly operating beyond its licensed capacity, with inadequate fire safety measures. In response, Sood ordered immediate inspections of all guest houses operating under the Bed & Breakfast scheme. A citywide fire safety enforcement campaign will commence to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Additionally, the Delhi Police issued a Lookout Circular for Lovkesh Bajaj, co-owner of the establishment, as investigations continue to uncover the circumstances surrounding the fire.
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The fire incident has raised serious concerns about fire safety regulations in Delhi, prompting immediate inspections and enforcement actions.
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