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Delhi Building Collapse Leaves Four Dead, Rescue Operations Ongoing

A four-storey structure in Mustafabad crumbled early Saturday following intense rainstorms, with 8–10 people still feared trapped under debris.

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National Disaster Response Force personnel and volunteers carry out rescue work after a multi-storied building collapsed in Delhi's Mustafabad.
Rescue operation at the Mustafabad site are going on

Overview

  • The collapse occurred around 3:00 am on April 19 in the unauthorized colony of Mustafabad, northeast Delhi, following heavy overnight rain and thunderstorms.
  • Fourteen people have been rescued so far, four of whom have succumbed to their injuries, while authorities estimate 8–10 individuals remain trapped.
  • Rescue operations led by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Delhi Fire Services, and police are ongoing, with specialized teams using rescue dogs and technical searches to locate survivors.
  • The Delhi Chief Minister has ordered an investigation into the incident, citing concerns about unauthorized construction and potential lapses in regulatory oversight.
  • The densely populated area, characterized by narrow lanes and aging structures, has faced repeated safety concerns, highlighting the urgent need for stricter enforcement of building standards.