Dwarka fire tragedy: A result of safety lapses
A tragic fire broke out at Shabad Apartments in Dwarka on Tuesday morning, claiming the lives of Yash Yadav, his 10-year-old daughter Ashima, and his 12-year-old nephew Shivam during a family gathering. The blaze is thought to have started in a ninth-floor prayer room, but experts are still figuring out the exact cause.
Fire safety certificate expired in 2016
It turns out the building's fire safety certificate expired back in 2016, and key firefighting equipment wasn't working when it was needed most. Residents—who pay hefty maintenance fees—are upset about poor upkeep and lack of emergency prep. Shivam's father called out the welfare association for not maintaining fire safety equipment, while neighbors and a local worker stepped up to help rescue people before authorities arrived. Police are now investigating what went wrong.