A devastating tragedy struck Delhi’s Palam area early Wednesday morning when a massive fire engulfed a five-storey residential building, leaving nine people dead. The victims, including three young girls, were trapped inside and had no chance to escape the blaze.
Two people managed to survive by jumping from the building, but sustained serious injuries due to the fall. Around 30 fire tenders were deployed to control the fire.
The incident turned Sadh Nagar into a scene of horror, as thick smoke and raging flames transformed the building into a death trap. Despite relentless efforts by the Delhi Fire Service, the nine trapped occupants could not be rescued. With no escape routes available, some residents leapt from the upper floors, while others, including children, succumbed to the fire inside.
30 Fire Tenders and Delhi Police Teams
A fierce fire broke out around 7 AM on Wednesday in a five-storey residential building in Sadh Nagar, Palam, Delhi. Upon receiving the information, 30 fire tenders from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and teams from the Delhi Police reached the spot. However, rescue operations faced significant challenges due to narrow lanes and heavy smoke. In this tragic incident, nine people were burnt alive, including three minor girls under the age of 12.
