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Sinkhole Near Delhi’s National Law University Opens After Heavy Rain, Disrupting Dwarka Traffic

Early findings point to waterlogging and poor construction.

Overview

  • A section of road near National Law University in Dwarka caved in on Sunday morning, creating a large crater that nearly engulfed a vehicle, with no injuries reported.
  • The collapse caused significant traffic disruption in one of the capital’s busiest areas, according to agency reports.
  • Authorities have opened an investigation, with preliminary assessments pointing to waterlogging and substandard build quality as likely contributors.
  • Video of the site was widely shared on social media, including footage posted by ANI.
  • The incident follows a similar pit that opened in Delhi’s Burari on August 18 and an earlier collapse in Dwarka in February, renewing resident complaints about potholes and drainage failures during the monsoon.