Delhi Metro Tunneling Tragedy: One Dead Near Azad Market
A devastating incident occurred near Delhi’s Azad Market today, where a building collapsed during ongoing metro tunneling work, tragically claiming the life of one man.
DMRC Announces ₹5 Lakh Compensation
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced a ₹5 lakh ex-gratia payment for the family of the deceased. They expressed their condolences and assured a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collapse.
Previously Marked Unsafe Site Raises Concerns
The building was reportedly located at a site previously marked as unsafe. This raises serious questions about the safety protocols implemented during the tunneling process and whether adequate precautions were taken to mitigate the risks involved. The DMRC is currently investigating why the building was still occupied given the known risks.
