Deadly Dwarka fire triggered by lit diya
A devastating fire in Delhi's Dwarka took the lives of Yash Yadav, his daughter, and his nephew after flames broke out on the ninth floor of Shabad Apartments. The fire reportedly started from a lit diya in their home temple and spread quickly due to wooden interiors and PVC panels. Strong winds and a biometric-locked door made escape nearly impossible, leading to a desperate attempt to jump from the balcony.
Victims' bodies sent for last rites
Firefighters battled the blaze with 13 engines, but five others were still injured. Relatives have criticized poor safety measures in the building—an FIR has been filed and police are now investigating possible negligence. The victims' bodies have been sent to Etah for last rites. A close friend called for government compensation and a proper fire safety audit so this doesn't happen again. The investigation is ongoing as authorities gather more details.