A devastating fire at the Lemon Green restaurant in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, resulted in 20 deaths and multiple injuries on Wednesday morning. Authorities are investigating the cause, which some officials attribute to a short circuit.
Key points
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured.
- The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) and local emergency services were mobilized to conduct rescue operations.
- Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Somnath Bharti claimed the fire originated from a short circuit in the basement at approximately 8 am.
- The incident has prompted calls for a detailed probe and increased compensation for the affected families.
Why it matters
The tragedy highlights ongoing concerns regarding fire safety standards and illegal construction in densely populated areas of Delhi.
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