New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has ordered disciplinary action against officials following the collapse of an under-construction building in Gali Sitara, Chawri Bazar, which claimed two lives. The Chief Minister directed the immediate suspension of the area’s Assistant Engineer (AE) and Junior Engineer (JE), besides ordering the registration of an FIR against the contractor associated with the construction work.
Soon after receiving information about the incident, Gupta visited the site to review the rescue and relief operations. She sought details from officials and instructed the agencies involved to ensure that anyone trapped under the debris was rescued safely and without delay. She also directed authorities to arrange the best possible medical treatment for the injured and provide immediate financial assistance to the affected families.
Will Those Responsible Face Action?
The Chief Minister said a detailed investigation would be conducted and that anyone found responsible for negligence would face strict legal action. She stressed that the government’s priorities were to support the affected families and establish accountability for the incident.
Teams from the Delhi Fire Service, Delhi Police, Delhi Disaster Management Authority, Municipal Corporation, CATS and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) were jointly involved in rescue and relief operations. The agencies were instructed to maintain close coordination and expedite their efforts.
CM Stresses Compliance with Construction Safety Rules
Gupta appealed to residents and property owners to follow prescribed regulations and safety standards while undertaking building construction. She cautioned that even a minor lapse in safety precautions could lead to serious consequences.
Reiterating the government’s support for the affected families, she said public safety would remain a priority and that no compromise would be made on citizens’ security.
