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Old Delhi Building Collapse: Trapped Fears Rise
5 Nov
Summary
- An under-construction building collapsed in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar.
- Several people are feared trapped under the debris.
- Rescue operations are currently underway with fire services on site.
A three-storey under-construction building collapsed in the busy Chawri Bazaar area of Old Delhi on Thursday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 9:50 AM in Gali Sitara, near the Chawri Bazaar Metro station.
Rescue efforts were immediately launched, with at least six fire units, including water tenders and specialized rescue vehicles, dispatched to the location. Senior officials are reportedly supervising the operation.
Authorities fear that several individuals may be trapped beneath the debris. Further details regarding the collapse and potential casualties are still awaited.
This collapse echoes a previous tragedy that occurred on September 6th, when a five-storey building in Satya Niketan, South Delhi, collapsed, resulting in seven fatalities.
