A three-storey under-construction building collapsed in Delhi’s busy Chawri Bazar area on Thursday morning, leaving at least two people dead and around 15 others feared trapped under the debris. Rescue operations are currently underway as multiple emergency teams work to locate and evacuate those trapped.
Building Collapses Near Chawri Bazar Metro Station
The incident took place at around 9:50 AM in Gali Sitara, near Chawri Bazar Metro Station. The building, which was reportedly under construction, suddenly came crashing down, triggering panic in the densely populated locality.
The collapse left a large amount of debris scattered across the area, with fears that several people could still be trapped beneath the rubble.
NDRF and Fire Teams Lead Rescue Operation
Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Delhi Fire Services, Delhi Police and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) have been deployed at the site.
Rescue personnel are working through the debris to locate survivors and safely bring them out. The operation is being carried out amid concerns that more people could be trapped inside the collapsed structure.
Sixth Major Building Collapse in Delhi This Year
The incident has once again raised concerns over building safety and construction practices in the national capital. The Chawri Bazar collapse is being reported as the sixth major building collapse in Delhi this year.
The previous five incidents have reportedly claimed 21 lives, highlighting the recurring risks associated with structural safety in the city.
As rescue operations continue, authorities are focusing on locating those still missing. Further details about the cause of the collapse and the condition of the injured are awaited.