New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has been urged to take suo motu cognisance of the Malviya Nagar fire tragedy, judicial oversight of the investigation, fixation of accountability of officials and private parties, and systemic reforms to strengthen public safety mechanisms in the national capital.A letter plea, addressed to the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, sought directions for an independent, transparent and time-bound probe into the circumstances leading to the devastatin…
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New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) A fire broke out in a multi-storey building in Delhi’s Greater Kailash Part 1 Enclave on Tuesday, officials said, adding that no casualties were reported. According to the officials, the fire erupted at the D24 building in GK-1 Enclave, likely due to an AC short circuit.The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) said that they received the information about the fire at 11.36 a.m., after which two fire tenders were immediately dispatched to the scene.After tireless efforts, the fire wa…
New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday warned fire, civic and other officials of strict disciplinary action in cases involving violation of fire safety norms and unauthorised constructions that endanger lives. Top officers from MCD, Delhi Police, Fire, DDA and other departments were present in the high-level meeting called by CM Gupta in the wake of the devastating fire tragedy in south Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday.The Chief Minister stated that laws hav…
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will chair a meeting on Friday to discuss measures to prevent the recurrence of fatal incidents such as the Malviya Nagar fire in the capital and to effectively curb unauthorised construction. Taking a strict stance on the entire matter, the government has made it clear that no building owner, official, or any other guilty person found responsible for the Malviya Nagar fire incident will be spared.The Chief Minister stated that to ensure …
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday chaired a review meeting of the Kanwar Committee to assess preparations for the 2026 pilgrimage and set July 1 as the deadline to start the registration process for Kanwar camp panels.The Chief Minister said that existing committees should be informed well in advance about the required documents and annual audit formalities to prevent any difficulties during the application process.The Revenue Department informed the Chief Min…
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) In the aftermath of the devastating Malviya Nagar fire that claimed 21 lives, authorities have launched an extensive survey and enforcement drive across the Hauz Rani area of South Delhi, and the officials have warned of action against buildings found violating construction and licensing norms.The Revenue Department has begun inspecting hotels and commercial establishments falling under the Malviya Nagar subdivision to assess compliance with safety, licensing, and buildi…
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) The Delhi Police have arrested Lavkesh Bajaj, the owner of the hotel building in Malviya Nagar, on Wednesday where a devastating fire killed 21 people and left several others injured, officials said.Bajaj was arrested hours after the blaze ripped through the Flourish Stay Bread and Breakfast (B&B) in the congested Hauz Rani area in south Delhi.Police had earlier issued a look out circular (LOC) against Bajaj and his wife, and launched an operation to trace them.The a…
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) A massive fire broke out at the multi-storied Lemon Green Restaurant in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning, officials said.Three people were rescued and taken to the hospital, while a search for others is underway, they added. Upon receiving the information, ten fire tenders were immediately dispatched to the scene. The fire was soon brought under control. Taking to X, AAP leader Somnath Bharti said, “Massive fire in a multi-storied building in Hauzrani, my assem…
New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) At least six people were injured after a suspected LPG cylinder explosion led to the collapse of a building in Delhi’s Mukundpur area on Tuesday morning, officials said. The Delhi Fire Service received a distress call at around 9:37 a.m. reporting what appeared to be an explosion, followed by the collapse of a residential structure. Emergency teams were immediately mobilised to the site as rescue operations got underway.According to fire department officials, five fire t…
New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) At least six persons have been confirmed dead while six others have been rescued safely till Sunday evening after a four-storey building collapsed in south Delhi’s Saidulajab village near Saket metro station, Delhi Police said in a statement. The Delhi Police officials in the statement said: “On May 30 at 19:35 p.m., information regarding a building collapse in Saidulajab village was received by Beat staff from the Mehrauli Police Station, who were on routine patrol. The…