Foreign nationals among 21 dead in fire in Indian capital
Summary
A fire in a building in New Delhi, India, killed at least 21 people and injured several others. The building had a restaurant and a hotel, and some victims were foreign visitors in the city for medical treatment. Authorities controlled the fire and are investigating the cause.Key Facts
- The fire happened in Malviya Nagar, a busy neighborhood in New Delhi.
- The building housed a restaurant on the ground floor and a hotel above.
- At least 21 people died and more than 40 were rescued and taken to hospitals.
- Some victims were foreign nationals visiting India for medical care.
- Local residents helped evacuate people before emergency teams arrived.
- The cause of the fire is under investigation.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences and announced financial aid of about $2,088 to families of the deceased.
- Fires like this are common in India due to poor building safety enforcement and crowded conditions.
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