Five-Storey Building Collapses Near Delhi’s Saket Metro Station, Several Feared Trapped
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A five-storey building collapsed in Delhi’s Saidulajab area near Saket Metro station, leaving several people feared trapped under the debris as rescue teams rushed to the site.
Rescue Operation Underway
The building collapsed on Western Marg in the Mehrauli police station area on Saturday evening. Delhi Fire Services, Delhi Police, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), District Disaster Management Authority and Civil Defence teams were deployed for the rescue operation.
Officials said nine people had been rescued initially, while five to six others were feared trapped beneath the rubble. Ambulances were moved through a green corridor to transport rescued people to hospitals.
NDRF teams used specialised equipment to search the debris. Heavy machinery was also brought in to clear concrete slabs, twisted metal and other rubble from the collapsed structure.
Building Reduced To Rubble
The structure collapsed completely, leaving a large mound of concrete and broken pillars at the site. The debris also fell on an adjoining structure that was reportedly being used as a canteen by medical students.
The building reportedly housed offices, coaching facilities and other commercial establishments. Construction work was also taking place in parts of the structure.
Residents rushed to the site after the collapse, using mobile phone flashlights while emergency personnel began searching for people who could be trapped underneath.
Students Feared Among Those Trapped
Officials and local residents said some of those inside or near the building could have been medical students. The adjoining canteen was reportedly being used by students preparing for medical entrance examinations.
Authorities initially received reports that several people could be trapped, but the exact number remained uncertain as rescue teams continued clearing the debris.
Investigation To Follow
Police said an investigation would examine the building's ownership, construction permissions and whether any violations or lapses contributed to the collapse.
The rescue operation continued as teams searched the rubble for any remaining survivors. Officials said the final casualty figure would be established only after the search operation was completed.
