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Deadly Delhi Fire: 21 Killed in Malviya Nagar Blaze
3 Jun
Summary
- A cylinder blast at an eatery triggered a deadly fire in Malviya Nagar.
- At least 21 people were killed, with many victims being foreigners.
- Fire services rescued over 40 people, with some critically injured.
A devastating fire, believed to have been initiated by a cylinder blast, engulfed an eatery in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi. The blaze resulted in a tragic loss of life, with at least 21 individuals confirmed dead. Many of the victims were reported to be foreigners, primarily from Central Asia and Africa.
Emergency services received the first call around 8:50 AM, and the Delhi Fire Services deployed a significant number of fire tenders to combat the rapidly spreading flames. Firefighters worked diligently to extinguish the fire, which was eventually brought under control around 10:25 AM. Over 40 people were rescued from the building.
Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the fire, but initial assessments suggest the building's design, being sealed on all four sides, may have contributed to the rapid spread of the blaze. The affected establishment was identified as Flourish Stay B&B in Hauz Rani. Those rescued were transported to hospitals, and there are concerns that the death toll could increase due to the critical condition of several injured individuals.
