A fire at a commercial building in central Delhi has killed at least 21 foreign nationals, according to Indian authorities. The blaze, which broke out in the early hours of Tuesday morning, engulfed a multi-storey structure housing several businesses and residential quarters. The British consulate in Delhi has confirmed it is coordinating emergency response efforts with local officials and providing consular assistance to affected families.
Eyewitnesses reported explosions and thick smoke billowing from the building before firefighters arrived. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, but officials have not ruled out electrical faults. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about fire safety standards in Indian urban centres, where compliance with building codes remains uneven.
The death toll is expected to rise as rescue operations continue. The British government has urged its nationals to avoid the area and contact consular services for updates.
