Delhi: 2 dead as 3-storey building collapses in Chawri Bazaar

A three-storey building under construction collapsed in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar on Thursday, killing two people and trapping several under the debris, police said. The incident was reported at 9.50 am from Gali Sitara near the Chawri Bazaar metro station. Two bodies were pulled out from the debris by a Delhi Fire Services (DFS) rescue team, an official said. Four people had been taken to a hospital by locals before the DFS rescue teams arrived.

Delhi: A three-storey building under construction collapsed in the Paiwalan area near Chawri Bazar. According to Delhi Police, two people have died so far, while one injured person has been rescued. (Visuals from the spot) https://t.co/8qb5vvS63P

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DCP (Central District) Rohit Rajbir Singh told reporters that the building collapsed while the concrete slab was reportedly being laid. He said that people living neighbouring buildings had been evacuated. Singh further stated the building adjacent to the collapsed structure is also in a "precarious condition," adding that the debris is moved towards that side.
Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta ordered the immediate suspension of the concerned Junior Engineer and Assistant Engineer, and a thorough probe into the incident. She also ordered the registration of an FIR against the contractor. She has also issued strict directions to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured and immediate ex-gratia assistance to the affected families.