The Latest Breaking News from Satya Niketan

‘Once they see the money, they keep building’: Inside Delhi’s PG ecosystem built on a hostel shortage

On the first floor of a building in the main market of Satya Niketan is a restaurant. The second floor houses a hotel. The third floor is locked. The fourth floor is a boys’ paying guest accommodation with five rooms, let out on double and triple occupancy. On the fifth,…

Newslaundry · Sep 12

Satya Niketan PG collapse: SC asks Delhi HC to monitor case to conclusion

The Supreme Court requested the Delhi High Court to continue monitoring the building collapse case. Seven people died and twelve were injured in the tragic Satya Niketan incident. The court noted steps taken by Delhi government and MCD regarding building safety. Amicus curiae suggested transferring proceedings or filing reports before…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Delhi building collapse: PG operator, wife sent to judicial custody, son gets 2-day police remand

A Delhi court has sent a married couple to judicial custody following a building collapse. Their son was remanded to two days of police custody after the incident. Seven people died after the decades-old building collapsed in Satya Niketan on Sunday. The family is being probed for their role in…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

‘Everyone sympathises and forgets’: After Satya Niketan collapse, students ask who will fix unsafe PGs

“My parents called me worried when this incident happened. I just moved to Delhi for college and this situation has scared me. I hope we are safe,” a first-year student from Shri Venkateshwara College told Newslaundry, requesting anonymity.

Newslaundry · Sep 6

Satya Niketan building collapse: CM Rekha Gupta vows action, 11 rescued

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta assured accountability for the building collapse. Eleven individuals were successfully rescued from the debris at the site. Rescue and relief operations continue to save trapped victims. The preliminary cause involved a pillar shift during renovation and excavation work. Authorities confirmed three fatalities and are investigating…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

Building was being repaired due to waterlogging in basement, say Satya Niketan residents; flag civic issues

A five-storey building collapsed in Satya Niketan after two days of incessant rains. Locals complained of persistent waterlogging and unchecked construction in the area. Rescuers struggled to pull out students believed to be trapped inside the collapsed structure. Many building owners reportedly do not reside in the area and neglect…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

'Every student's life precious, protection must be ensured': Rahul Gandhi on Delhi building collapse

A five-storey building collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan area today. One person died and several students were trapped under the debris. Congress leaders criticized the government's safety policies for student accommodations. They demanded safety audits for buildings near Delhi University campuses. Rescue operations are underway to save those still trapped.

The Economic Times · Sep 6

"Government must wake up from slumber": Arvind Kejriwal, AAP leaders slam Delhi authorities over Satya Niketan building collapse

On Sunday afternoon, a tragic building collapse occurred in the Satya Niketan area of Delhi, leading to the rescue of six individuals from the rubble, who were subsequently transported to hospitals. In the aftermath, leaders from the Aam Aadmi Party denounced government negligence and corruption. There were urgent calls for…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

South Delhi building collapse: People trapped under debris calling on phones for help

A five-storey building collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan area on Sunday afternoon. Around thirty to fifty students are feared trapped under the rubble of the collapsed structure. Rescue operations are underway as people are being pulled out from the debris. Locals reported hearing a sudden tremor before the building came…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

2 dead, 3 rescued after building collapses in Delhi; FIR lodged

NEW DELHI: Two labourers died and three others were rescued after a three-storey house that was undergoing renovation collapsed in south Delhi's Satya Niketan area on Monday, police said.

The Times of India · Apr 25, 2022