In Brief
- Six people died in a five-storey building collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan.
- MCD will immediately seal all illegal buildings with more than four floors.
- Rescue teams are combing rubble to find survivors and injured.
- Violations related to building safety and permissions are under investigation.
A five-storey building in Satya Niketan, Delhi, collapsed, resulting in six fatalities and multiple injuries. Rescue teams are actively searching through the debris for survivors following the incident.
In response, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) declared it will immediately seal all illegal constructions that have more than four floors. This step aims to prevent similar tragedies and enforce compliance with building norms.
Authorities have initiated investigations into possible violations concerning construction safety and permissions for the collapsed building. Officials continue to assess the structural integrity of nearby buildings and are monitoring the situation closely.
The incident has raised concerns about illegal construction activities in the city, leading to calls for stricter adherence to safety regulations. MCD and other agencies are committed to taking swift action to avoid further casualties.
