Seven injured as temporary structure near Jawaharlal Nehru stadium collapses in Delhi
The total number of injured persons reported in the incident so far is around 29, out of which 18 were taken to AIIMS trauma centre.
A fire broke out on Wednesday at a shop selling bags in the Chandni Chowk market in Old Delhi area, which was doused by eight fire tenders, a Delhi Fire Service officer said.
No casualty was reported though the extent of losses is yet to be known.
“A call was received at 5.40 p.m. regarding the fire on the Naya Katra road. The fire spread to some adjoining shops as well, but it was later doused. Cooling operation is underway,” the officer added.
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