Vivek Vihar

Vivek Vihar tragedy: How Delhi building turned into a fire trap

Nine Dead in Delhi Building Fire; Iron Grills, Locked Terrace Hindered Escape

Nine residents died in a pre-dawn fire at a four-storey building in Delhi's Vivek Vihar on Sunday. The fire, caused by a short circuit on the second floor, spread rapidly due to protective iron grills on the facade and a locked terrace that prevented escape. Fourteen fire engines responded, rescuing 15 people while nine others could not be saved.

Nine Dead in Delhi Building Fire; AC Blast or Short Circuit Suspected

Nine people were killed and around 15 rescued after a fire swept through a four-storey residential building in Delhi's Vivek Vihar around 3:47am on Sunday. The blaze, suspected to be caused by an AC blast or electrical short circuit, engulfed flats on the second, third and fourth floors. Victims include a family of five on the second floor and another family of three on the third floor. Rescue efforts were hampered by iron grilles and barred windows. One injured person is being treated at GTB Hospital.

Four Killed in Residential Building Fire in East Delhi's Vivek Vihar

At least four people were killed in a fire that broke out in a four-storey residential building in Vivek Vihar, east Delhi's Shahdara area. The fire started at around 03:13 AM and was reportedly triggered by an AC blast. Emergency services rescued around 12-15 people, while 4-5 remain missing. Fire tenders arrived at 3:35 AM and brought the fire under control.