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3-Storey Building Collapses Near Chawri Bazaar Metro Station in Delhi
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 01:17 PM
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A three‑storey building under construction collapsed near Delhi’s Chawri Bazaar Metro station, leaving several people feared trapped.
A three‑storey building under construction collapsed near the Chawri Bazaar Metro station in Delhi on Tuesday. The sudden collapse caused the roof and upper floors to fall onto the street, blocking the metro entrance and surrounding roads.
Emergency services, including the Delhi Police and the Municipal Corporation, responded promptly. Rescue teams worked to clear debris and search for anyone trapped inside the collapsed structure.
At the time of reporting, authorities had not confirmed the number of casualties, but several people were feared to be trapped or injured. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has temporarily suspended operations at the station to facilitate rescue efforts.
The incident has raised concerns about construction safety near busy transit hubs. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collapse and whether building permits and safety inspections were properly followed.
Emergency services, including the Delhi Police and the Municipal Corporation, responded promptly. Rescue teams worked to clear debris and search for anyone trapped inside the collapsed structure.
At the time of reporting, authorities had not confirmed the number of casualties, but several people were feared to be trapped or injured. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has temporarily suspended operations at the station to facilitate rescue efforts.
The incident has raised concerns about construction safety near busy transit hubs. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collapse and whether building permits and safety inspections were properly followed.