Delhi Orders Building Safety Checks After Deadly PG Hostel Collapse

A tragic structural failure at a paying‑guest (PG) accommodation in Delhi claimed several lives, prompting urgent public outcry. In response, the Delhi Municipal Corporation issued an order mandating comprehensive safety audits of every building in the capital, with particular focus on older structures and those hosting PG facilities. Licensed structural engineers have been instructed to conduct on‑site assessments within the next 48 hours, and any identified violations must be rectified before the premises can be re‑occupied. The directive also calls for the creation of a centralized database to track compliance and ensure timely follow‑up. Officials emphasized that the inspections aim to prevent further loss of life and restore confidence in the city’s building safety standards.