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Dwarka Blaze Victims’ Remains Handed Over as Safety Probe Advances

Families conducted cremations in Uttar Pradesh, with authorities launching structural inspections and investigating safety lapses at the Dwarka high-rise.

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Dwarka fire tragedy: Kin blame delayed emergency response for family members' deaths
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Overview

  • On June 11, the bodies of Yash Yadav, his daughter Ashima and nephew Shivam were handed over to relatives and cremated in Etah, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Investigators are probing potential safety violations, including flammable interiors, PVC panelling and a biometric lock that sealed shut during the blaze.
  • Delhi Development Authority and Municipal Corporation of Delhi have been asked to assess the structural integrity of the Shabad Apartment building.
  • Relatives and witnesses have blamed delays by the Delhi Fire Services, security guards and neighbours for hampering rescue efforts.
  • Authorities have registered a formal FIR and opened an inquiry into the fire’s origin, which police believe was sparked by a lit diya in a home temple.