Three-Storey Building Collapses in Old Delhi, 15 Feared Trapped

at 1:06 pm

New Delhi, Nov 5 (NVI): A three-storey under-construction building collapsed in Chawri Bazaar area of Old Delhi on Thursday, with at least 15 people feared trapped under the debris, officials said.

Several people have reportedly sustained injuries in the incident, while rescue operations are underway.

A Delhi Fire Services (DFS) official said a call regarding the collapse was received at 9.50 am.

“At least 15 people are feared trapped under the debris, while several have been injured,” the official said.

Teams from the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), Delhi Police, Delhi Fire Services and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) have been mobilised for rescue and relief operations.

Further details are awaited.—(NVI)