A devastating fire ripped through a building in central Delhi early this morning, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others, officials confirm. Among the victims are foreign nationals, though their identities and nationalities have yet to be released. The blaze, which broke out in a commercial-residential complex near the bustling Karol Bagh area, was brought under control after a four-hour battle by firefighters.
Witnesses described scenes of chaos as residents and workers jumped from windows to escape the flames. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, with initial reports suggesting an electrical short circuit. The tragedy underscores the perilous state of fire safety in many of India's densely packed urban buildings, where regulations are often ignored.
Union Labour Minister Bhupender Yadav expressed condolences, promising compensation for the families of the deceased. The incident has reignited calls for stricter enforcement of safety norms in commercial premises.
