Delhi CM condoles Tughlakabad fire deaths; assures necessary help to affected people

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta condoled the loss of lives in the fire at a residential building in Tughlakabad Extension in south-east Delhi and assured medical care for injured people.

The Delhi government is closely monitoring the situation, and all concerned departments are working in coordination to provide timely support and assistance to those affected, she said in a post on X.

“The loss of lives in the fire incident in Tughlakabad is deeply saddening. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured and strength to all those affected by this tragedy,” Gupta said.

Three members of a family were killed while two others, including a 70-year-old woman, were critically injured after the fire broke out in a five-storey residential building in Tughlakabad Extension in the early hours of Friday, police said.

According to police, a PCR call regarding the blaze was received at Govindpuri police station at around 2:31 AM. The fire erupted in a residential building in Tughlakabad Extension.

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A coordinated evacuation effort was carried out as heavy smoke engulfed the building, trapping several residents inside.

Teams of Delhi Fire Services, Delhi Police, DDMA, CATS Ambulance Services and other emergency response agencies were immediately rushed to the site and are engaged in rescue and relief operations, the chief minister said.

“The best possible medical care is being ensured for the injured, while all necessary assistance is being extended to the affected families,” she added.