Rahul Gandhi, Kharge condole loss of lives in Malviya Nagar blaze; ask Cong workers to extend help
New Delhi, June 3
Congress leaders, including party President Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and party MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, on Wednesday, expressed grief over the 20 lives lost in the tragic Delhi fire, calling the tragedy "extremely heartbreaking". They also appealed to Congress leaders and workers to extend every possible help and support to the victims injured in the blaze and the families of the deceased.
At least 20 people were killed, and dozens were injured after a massive fire broke out at the multi-storied Lemon Green Restaurant in Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning, officials said.
So far, 37 people were rescued and taken to the hospital, while a search for others is underway, officials added.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said he was "deeply saddened" by the news.
"My heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured," he said in a post on X.
He urged the Delhi government and authorities to provide adequate and timely compensation, "including prompt medical care to the victims".
"I urge Congress workers to extend every possible help and support to the victims in this difficult time," he added.
LoP Rahul Gandhi called the incident "extremely heartbreaking."
Taking to X, he said: "I express my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families. I urge all Congress workers to contribute in every possible way to the relief and rescue operations."
"I hope for the swift recovery of the injured," Rahul Gandhi mentioned.
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra echoed: "The news of the deaths of a large number of people and injuries to nearly three dozen or more due to a fire in a hotel in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, is extremely heartbreaking."
"May God grant peace to the departed souls. My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the swift recovery of the injured," she wrote in a post on X.
She, too, appealed to Congress leaders and workers to extend their support to the affected people as much as possible.
Senior officials from Delhi Police, Delhi Fire Services and rescue services are present at the scene of the tragedy and were monitoring the situation.
Upon receiving information, ten fire tenders were immediately dispatched to the scene. The fire was soon brought under control. However, the damage was extensive.
— IANS
Reader Comments
😢 May the departed souls rest in peace. It's touching that Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra reached out personally. Their words "extremely heartbreaking" resonate—I live near Malviya Nagar and heard the sirens all morning. But Congress workers should actually go there and help, not just post on social media. Action needed on ground level.
Condolences to the affected families. I appreciate Kharge ji urging the Delhi government for compensation—timely medical care should be the first priority. But let's be honest: this is a repeated pattern. Fires in crowded buildings happen every few months in Delhi-NCR. The MCD must enforce fire norms strictly. Bhagwan kare yeh aakhri ho! 🙏
Sad to hear this news. 20 people gone in a few hours—just terrible. Rahul Gandhi, Kharge, and Priyanka ji's statements show empathy, but I hope they'll push for a thorough investigation. Why did the fire spread so fast? Was there no sprinkler system? We need accountability, not just sympathy. My thoughts are with the injured. ❤️🩹
Incredibly tragic 😔 20 families shattered forever. I must say, Rahul Gandhi's call for Congress workers to help is commendable—others should follow. But where was the local administration? This is not a one-off incident. Fire safety audits must be mandatory, especially in commercial hubs like Malviya Nagar. Praying for the injured to recover soon.
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