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Arvind Kejriwal Slams Delhi Govt Over Building Collapse

AAP leaders condemn Delhi authorities, demand action after building collapse in Satya Niketan. Several feared trapped, rescue operations underway.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 06 September 2026 at 06:01 pm
Arvind Kejriwal Slams Delhi Govt Over Building Collapse

A building collapse in South-West Delhi's Satya Niketan area on Sunday has been termed 'extremely tragic and alarming' by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal. The incident occurred at around 1:30 PM, prompting a massive search and rescue operation by emergency teams and police personnel.

According to officials, the Delhi Fire Department received an alert regarding the collapse, following which emergency personnel and disaster rescue units were rushed to the site to extricate those trapped under the debris. So far, six people have been rescued and shifted to hospitals, with search and rescue operations continuing.

The building, which was 40-50 years old, comprised a basement and five upper floors, and was used as a PG accommodation. Repair work was underway in the basement when the incident occurred. Kejriwal has urged the government to 'wake up from its slumber' and take large-scale measures to ensure public safety.

Reacting to the incident, Kejriwal said, 'The incident of the building collapse in Satya Niketan, Delhi, is extremely tragic and alarming. I pray to God that the people trapped in the debris are rescued safely and quickly.' He also stated that due to the government's negligence in Delhi, many such accidents have already occurred.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Atishi also expressed grief and serious concern over the collapse, appealing for urgent relief efforts and demanding a high-level inquiry. Atishi said, 'The news of the building collapse at Satya Niketan is extremely disturbing. I demand a high-level probe into the incident and urgent relief efforts for the affected families.'

The incident has raised concerns over the safety of citizens in Delhi, with many questioning the government's role in preventing such accidents. The AAP has been critical of the Delhi government's handling of the situation, demanding immediate action to ensure public safety.

The building collapse in Satya Niketan is not an isolated incident, with several such incidents occurring in Delhi in recent years. The incident highlights the need for the government to take concrete steps to ensure the safety of citizens and prevent such accidents in the future.

The rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency teams working to extricate those trapped under the debris. The incident has caused widespread concern, with many taking to social media to express their grief and outrage.

In the wake of the incident, the Delhi government has come under scrutiny, with many questioning its role in preventing such accidents. The AAP has demanded a high-level inquiry into the incident and urgent relief efforts for the affected families.

The incident is a stark reminder of the need for the government to take concrete steps to ensure public safety. The AAP has urged the government to take large-scale measures to prevent such accidents in the future, including regular inspections of buildings and strict enforcement of safety norms.

The building collapse in Satya Niketan has caused widespread concern and outrage, with many demanding immediate action from the government. The incident highlights the need for the government to take concrete steps to ensure public safety and prevent such accidents in the future.

In conclusion, the building collapse in Satya Niketan is a tragic incident that has raised concerns over the safety of citizens in Delhi. The AAP has demanded a high-level inquiry into the incident and urgent relief efforts for the affected families. The government must take concrete steps to ensure public safety and prevent such accidents in the future.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in Satya Niketan, Delhi?

A building collapse occurred in the Satya Niketan area, with several people feared trapped and rescue operations underway.

How many people have been rescued so far?

6 people have been rescued and shifted to hospitals, with search and rescue operations continuing.

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