Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire
Summary
At least 21 people died and several were injured in a fire at a multi-storey building in Delhi, India. Many victims were foreign nationals from South Asian countries visiting for medical treatment or accompanying patients. The fire is under investigation, and rescue operations have taken place.Key Facts
- The fire happened in a building in the Malviya Nagar area of Delhi.
- The building operated as a bed-and-breakfast for patients and relatives visiting a nearby private hospital.
- More than 40 people were rescued and taken to hospitals.
- Many victims were foreigners from countries like Bangladesh.
- The cause of the fire is still unknown.
- Firefighters quickly controlled the fire and cleared the building.
- Authorities are checking if the building had legal permission to operate as a bed-and-breakfast.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced compensation for the families of the dead and injured.
- Fires are common in India due to weak enforcement of building safety rules.
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