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Delhi Multistorey Fire: 9 Dead, CM Gupta Vows Full Support

A massive fire at a four-storey building in Delhi's Vivek Vihar early Sunday killed nine people, including a toddler. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed deep distress over the tragedy and assured full assistance for the affected. Over 10 people were rescued, and 14 fire engines were deployed to control the blaze. The cause of the fire is yet unknown, with investigations ongoing.

Key Points: Delhi Fire: 9 Dead in Vivek Vihar, CM Gupta Assures Aid

  • 9 killed, including toddler, in Delhi's Vivek Vihar fire
  • CM Gupta expresses grief, assures assistance
  • 14 fire engines deployed, 10+ rescued
  • Cause of fire unknown, investigation underway
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Delhi multistorey fire: CM Gupta expresses grief, assures every possible assistance

Nine killed, including a toddler, in a Delhi Vivek Vihar building fire. CM Rekha Gupta expresses grief, assures full assistance for victims and families.

"The fire incident in a building in Vivek Vihar is extremely tragic. The loss of 9 lives in this accident has left me deeply distressed. - CM Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, May 3

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday expressed distress over the tragic fire at a four-storey building in Delhi's Vivek Vihar and said that every possible assistance is being ensured for those affected.

Nine people, including a toddler, were killed, and several were injured after a massive fire broke out at a four-storey building in Vivek Vihar area early on Sunday morning, officials said.

The fire broke out on the second floor of the building at around 4 a.m., after which 14 fire engines were dispatched to the scene. During the rescue and relief operations, over 10 people were rescued, officials said.

In a post on X, CM Rekha Gupta said, "The fire incident in a building in Vivek Vihar is extremely tragic. The loss of 9 lives in this accident has left me deeply distressed. Treatment of the injured in the accident is ongoing at the nearest hospital, and I pray for their swift recovery."

In this hour of grief, the Chief Minister extended condolences to the affected families. "I pray to God to grant them the strength to endure this difficult time," she said.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the situation is being continuously monitored, and every possible assistance is being provided for those affected.

"All senior officials of the local administration, DDMA, Delhi Fire Service, and Delhi Police are fully engaged with utmost promptness in relief and rescue operations," she said.

"Our local MLA and municipal councillors are also extending their support in the relief efforts. The Delhi government stands firmly with the affected families in every situation during this difficult time," the Chief Minister added.

BJP MLA Sanjay Goyal and local municipal councillor Pankaj Luthra were present at the scene to oversee the rescue and relief operations. BJP State President Virendra Sachdeva has also arrived at the spot.

Upon receiving the information about the fire at around 4 a.m., police staff, along with the Vivek Vihar SHO and ACP, immediately proceeded to the spot. The fire brigade and crime team also reached the spot at premises No. B-13, Vivek Vihar Phase I.

They added that the fire was brought under control by 6 a.m., and the injured were taken to a nearby hospital.

During rescue and fire-extinguishing operations, 15 persons were rescued from the building, of whom two sustained minor injuries and were shifted to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital for medical treatment.

During the preliminary enquiry, it was found that nine persons have lost their lives. Further enquiry and proceedings at the spot are in progress.

The officials said that the cause of the fire is not yet known.

Further details are awaited.

- IANS

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Sneha F
This is heartbreaking 💔. Another fire tragedy in Delhi reminds us how unsafe our urban buildings are. I appreciate that the CM, local MLA, and councillors are on ground, but these incidents keep repeating. Need a proper investigation and action against negligent landlords. RIP to the departed souls.
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Nikhil C
Good to see the CM and BJP leaders on the spot. However, 14 fire engines for a single building fire shows how severe it must have been. We need better fire prevention measures - clear staircases, fire alarms, and regular drills. Also, why was the cause not known even after hours? Hope authorities investigate thoroughly.
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Riya H
Very tragic. My heart goes out to the families who lost their loved ones. 🙏 The government's assistance is welcome, but we need long-term solutions - all buildings should have fire NOCs, and old electrical systems need replacement. Also, this happened at 4 AM - many people were sleeping, which makes it more dangerous.
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James A
As a foreigner living in Delhi, these fires scare me. I see so many buildings with messy wiring and blocked exits. The CM's response is good but India needs to enforce building codes strictly. Nine deaths is unacceptable in 2025. Hope the families get proper compensation and healing.
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Varun X
Extremely sad. But I'm frustrated that this keeps happening - remember the Anaj Mandi fire in 2022? Same issues. We have laws, but no implementation. The CM's tweet is fine, but action matters more. I hope this time the guilty are punished and building safety audits become mandatory across Delhi.

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