Student Accommodation Building Collapses After Years of Neglect
· India · Zee News, Indian Express, New York Times
A building located near the University of Delhi's South Campus has collapsed following years of structural deterioration. The property was a popular site for student housing due to its proximity to the university. Despite its poor condition, the owner continued to operate it as a lucrative rental business. The collapse has drawn attention to the risks associated with prioritizing profit over building safety in densely populated student areas.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the critical lack of safety oversight in private student housing markets, directly endangering the lives of students living in aging infrastructure.
Read the original report — Zee News
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