Building Collapse in Delhi: 11 Dead, Including Three Children

On Saturday morning, a four-story residential building collapsed in Delhi, the capital of India, resulting in at least 11 fatalities, including three children, according to local media and authorities.

The incident occurred at dawn while residents were asleep in the building, located in a neighborhood in the northeastern part of the city. Rescue teams worked throughout the day to sift through the rubble and search for survivors.

“Eleven people were rescued alive by the rescue teams, but 11 others were declared dead,” NDTV reported. The injured were rushed to the hospital, where five are currently receiving treatment, while the other six were able to return home after receiving medical care.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has ordered an investigation into this tragic incident and promised strict penalties against those responsible for the collapse.