The sudden collapse of an old building in the Satya Niketan area of the capital Delhi created a stir. After the accident, relief and rescue operations are continuing on a war footing. According to the police, so far 11 people have been pulled out of the debris, out of which three have died. It is feared that many people may still be trapped under the debris.
More than 30 people feared trapped under debris
Rescue teams are using modern cameras to search for people trapped in the debris. Arrangements have also been made to supply oxygen to the people inside. Rescue workers are carefully removing the debris and searching for people. According to officials, more than 30 people are feared trapped under the debris.
CM Rekha Gupta took stock of the incident site
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reached the spot and took stock of the relief and rescue operations. Describing the accident as extremely tragic, he said that the first priority of the government is to save the lives of the people trapped in the debris. He instructed the officials to leave no stone unturned in the rescue work.
Construction work was going on in the basement
According to the Chief Minister, the building was quite old and construction and repair work was going on in it. It is being told that during excavation in the basement, a pillar slipped, after which the entire building collapsed. However, detailed investigation of the accident is still going on.
From owner to officer, the culprits will not be spared
CM Rekha Gupta clarified that strict action will be taken against whoever is found responsible for the accident. He said that whether it is the owner of the building or any official, no one will be spared.
According to the information, at the time of the accident the building was being used as a paying guest (PG) and many youth were present inside. The injured have been taken to the hospital. The Chief Minister reached the hospital to inquire about the condition of the injured and took information about the incident from the officials. The government has assured to provide all necessary resources for relief and rescue operations.
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