Vivek Vihar fire: Delhi LG, CM condole loss of lives

Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday condoled the loss of lives in the fire tragedy in east Delhi’s Vivek Vihar and said immediate medical assistance and relief are being provided to the affected people.

At least nine people, including a toddler, were killed in the fire that broke out in a residential building in Vivek Vihar in the early hours of Sunday, officials said.

The blaze engulfed flats on the second, third and fourth floors of the building. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, they said.

“Deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Vivek Vihar Phase-I. My thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones in this devastating tragedy,” Sandhu said in a post on X.

“I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and strength for the bereaved families during this difficult time,” he said.

The LG said the authorities have been directed to ensure that all necessary medical assistance is provided to the injured, along with immediate relief and support to those affected.

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Delhi Fire Service personnel and emergency teams are on the ground, working tirelessly to manage the situation, he said.

In a post on X, Chief Minister Gupta said the situation is being constantly monitored. The incident was “extremely” tragic and distressed her a lot, she said.

She said the injured are being treated in a nearby hospital and prayed for their speedy recovery. She also extended her condolences to the bereaved families.

Gupta said the local administration, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority, the Delhi Fire Service, the Delhi Police and top officials are carrying out rescue and relief measures.

The situation is being constantly monitored and local councillors and MLAs of the BJP have reached the spot. The Delhi government stands firmly with the affected families in every situation, the chief minister said.