10 killed in Delhi building collapse; CM orders probe

A four-storey building collapsed early Saturday morning in the Mustafabad area of east Delhi, killing 10 people, including the house owner, and trapping several others under the debris, officials said.

- Indo-Asian News Service

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ordered an inquiry and promised action against the culprits.

The incident occurred around 3:00 am, following intense overnight rainfall and thunderstorms that hit several parts of the city. Sixty-year-old building owner Taslim was also killed, while 11 others were rescued.

Sandeep Lamba, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North East District), said, “Four among the 14 rescued succumbed to their injuries. The building was four floors. Rescue operations are ongoing and might more people are still feared trapped.”

Gupta said in a message on social media post what her heart is deeply saddened by the tragic incident of the building collapse in Mustafabad.

She said that an inquiry has been ordered into the incident, and strict action will be taken against the culprits.

“DDMA, NDRF, DFS and other agencies are continuously engaged in relief and rescue operations. Arrangements have been made for the proper treatment of all the injured,” she said.