Delhi PG Hostel Collapse Death Toll Rises to Six
· India · India Today, Zee News, News18
The death toll from the collapse of a paying-guest (PG) hostel in Delhi has climbed to six, with new CCTV footage showing a neighbouring shopkeeper narrowly escaping the falling structure. The building came down without warning, trapping residents and prompting an overnight rescue operation by emergency services. Authorities have launched an inquiry into the structural failure and the legality of the hostel's operations. The CCTV clip, released by investigators, captures the moments before and after the collapse, showing debris scattering into the adjacent shop.
Why it matters
Families of the victims and survivors are awaiting compensation and accountability, while the incident is likely to intensify scrutiny of unregulated PG hostels and building safety norms across Delhi.
Read the original report — India Today
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