New Delhi, A fire broke out at a shoe factory in Delhi's Udyog Vihar on Monday morning, with no reports of any injury or casualty so far.
As per reports, a call about the fire was received by the police around 0822 hrs saying many workers were trapped inside the building which houses the factory-cum godown.
As many as 24 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to bring the blaze under control. Firefighters have rescued many but as per reports few people are still inside the building.
At the time of filing the report, the factory was still burning and more fire tenders are being pressed into service.
The Satya Niketan tragedy is not simply a story of one negligent landlord. It raises serious questions about unregulated construction, overcrowded student housing and the failure of civic enforcement in South Delhi.
Nepal faces a devastating flash flood disaster linked to glacial ice and debris, with hundreds dead, thousands missing and major infrastructure badly damaged.
India’s rapid urbanisation is outpacing infrastructure, governance and planning. Why cities need better housing, mobility, water management and climate resilience.
The withdrawal of protest-related FIRs raises deeper questions about Article 142, public pressure, judicial power, institutional autonomy and the Rule of Law in India.
5 years, 2 months ago
[[comment.comment_text]]