Building Collapses in Delhi, Students Trapped
Summary
A four-story building collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan area after three days of continuous rain, leaving 50 to 60 students feared trapped in the debris. Rescue teams have pulled out three students alive, while authorities continue search operations and have evacuated an adjacent building as a precaution.
Key Points
- A four-story building in Satya Niketan, New Delhi, collapsed amid three days of continuous rain, trapping an estimated 50 to 60 students.
- Rescue teams including the fire brigade, Delhi Police, DDMA, civil defense volunteers and the NDRF are carrying out search and rescue operations.
- Three students have been rescued alive and taken to AIIMS Trauma Center, while some others are reported injured.
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has ordered agencies to coordinate rescue efforts, and former Chief Minister Atishi has called for a high-level inquiry.
