Malviya Nagar hotel fire: Toll climbs to 23 amid questions over safety lapses
Delhi Fire Services sources said the blaze may have started near the ground-floor staircase, while investigators found sealed windows and no emergency exit.
Delhi Fire Services sources said the blaze may have started near the ground-floor staircase, while investigators found sealed windows and no emergency exit.
Authorities have ordered a citywide survey of similar buildings after the Malviya Nagar hotel fire, as investigators examine alleged safety and structural violations.
Investigators are examining whether a closed rooftop exit and possible safety lapses worsened the Malviya Nagar hotel fire, while police continue searches for key witnesses and the absconding manager.
Investigators are examining safety clearances, property modifications and management responsibilities after the deadly Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people.
Investigators are examining whether overcrowding, inadequate escape routes and possible violations of building norms contributed to the Malviya Nagar fire that claimed 21 lives.
The tragic death of a biker in the national capital due to an "open pit" has caught the attention of the Congress party, and its Delhi unit has demanded "impartial investigation."
The declaration was formally made by NDMC Chairman, Keshav Chandra, who described the initiative as a transformative leap in urban cleanliness and environmental stewardship, marking a decisive shift from traditional manual cleaning to modern mechanized sanitation practices.
Addressing the media, Verma thanked Delhi residents for responding positively to the scheme and said it showed that people want to clear their dues when given a fair opportunity.
Designed as an integrated music-and-dance presentation, the evening reflected the ethos of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.
“As the nation prepares to celebrate the pride and spirit of Republic Day, Delhi Metro will commence its services at 3 AM on all lines on January 26 (Monday),” a DMRC spokesperson said.
