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Rescue Teams Clash with Victims' Families After Chawri Bazar Building Collapse in Delhi
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 04:10 PM
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A building collapse in Delhi's Chawri Bazar sparked a confrontation between rescue workers and the families of the deceased, with a woman reported unconscious and police facing accusations.
A multi‑storey building in Delhi's historic Chawri Bazar area collapsed early on Wednesday, killing several occupants and trapping others under rubble. Rescue teams from the Delhi Fire Service and the National Disaster Response Force arrived promptly to begin extrication operations.
Tensions rose when families of the deceased arrived at the site, demanding answers and immediate assistance. Reports indicate that verbal exchanges turned heated, with families accusing the rescuers of delays and police of negligence. The confrontation delayed some of the ongoing rescue work.
Amid the chaos, a woman accompanying a grieving family lost consciousness and was taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention. Police officials have been criticised for their handling of the incident, with several relatives alleging that the authorities failed to secure the building beforehand and did not provide timely information.
The Delhi Police have opened an inquiry to investigate the cause of the collapse and the alleged lapses in safety protocols. Meanwhile, the rescue operation continues, focusing on locating any remaining survivors and identifying the victims.
Local officials have urged calm and cooperation from the public, emphasizing that swift rescue efforts are essential to prevent further loss of life.
Tensions rose when families of the deceased arrived at the site, demanding answers and immediate assistance. Reports indicate that verbal exchanges turned heated, with families accusing the rescuers of delays and police of negligence. The confrontation delayed some of the ongoing rescue work.
Amid the chaos, a woman accompanying a grieving family lost consciousness and was taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention. Police officials have been criticised for their handling of the incident, with several relatives alleging that the authorities failed to secure the building beforehand and did not provide timely information.
The Delhi Police have opened an inquiry to investigate the cause of the collapse and the alleged lapses in safety protocols. Meanwhile, the rescue operation continues, focusing on locating any remaining survivors and identifying the victims.
Local officials have urged calm and cooperation from the public, emphasizing that swift rescue efforts are essential to prevent further loss of life.