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Satya Niketan PG Collapse Leaves One Dead, Students Trapped
A five-storey building used as a boys’ student accommodation collapsed in Satya Niketan, Delhi.
It was called “Hostel Daze” and was near University of Delhi’s South Campus.
The collapse happened around 1:30 pm on Sunday.
One person died, and two injured people were in critical condition.
Rescue workers pulled four people from the rubble, but officials did not yet know how many were still trapped.
A rescuer was also taken to hospital and later released.
Firefighters, police, ambulance teams and the National Disaster Response Force searched the debris.
Local people helped by moving rubble with their hands and simple tools.
Witnesses said construction was happening in the basement, but the exact cause of the collapse had not been officially established.
A five-storey boys’ paying guest building called “Hostel Daze” collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan around 1:30 pm on Sunday.
One person died, two patients remained critical, and a rescuer treated at AIIMS was later discharged.
Rescue teams pulled four people from the debris, while officials said the total number trapped or injured was not confirmed.
Police, fire services, CAT Ambulance teams, paramilitary personnel and the National Disaster Response Force joined the rescue operation.
Construction was reportedly underway in the basement, while locals cited the building’s age, weak foundation and lack of maintenance as possible concerns.
- Who
- Residents, students staying at the “Hostel Daze” boys’ PG, rescuers and emergency services were involved; one person died and several others were injured or feared trapped.
- What
- A five-storey paying guest building collapsed, trapping and injuring people.
- Where
- Satya Niketan, near Nanakpura Gurdwara and University of Delhi’s South Campus in Delhi.
- When
- Around 1:30 pm on Sunday; police received a PCR call at 1:34 pm.
- Why
- The official cause was not confirmed; locals said basement construction, accumulated water, a weak foundation, the building’s age and limited maintenance may have contributed.
Local Concerns
Officially Confirmed Position
Possible cause of collapse
Local Concerns
Local residents and witnesses said basement construction was underway, water had accumulated, and the building had a weak foundation and little maintenance.
Officially Confirmed Position
Police and officials reported the basement construction but had not officially confirmed the cause of the collapse.
Number of people trapped
Local Concerns
Witnesses and residents estimated that more than 15 or more than 20 people could be under the debris, citing the hostel’s usual occupancy.
Officially Confirmed Position
Police said the exact number of trapped or injured people was not known, and the estimates had not been officially confirmed.
Rescue access
Local Concerns
Locals said the congested lanes delayed rescue vehicles, while residents and eyewitnesses helped clear debris with available tools.
Officially Confirmed Position
Authorities deployed multiple emergency agencies and asked onlookers to stay away because crowds were complicating rescue operations.
Key facts
- Building
- “Hostel Daze,” a five-storey boys’ paying guest accommodation
- Reported time
- Around 1:30 pm on Sunday
- Deaths
- One person was brought dead to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences
- Hospital cases
- Four patients were received; two remained critical and one rescuer was discharged
- Rescue response
- Police, fire services, CAT Ambulance teams, paramilitary personnel and the National Disaster Response Force were deployed
- Possible occupancy
- The building reportedly had around 15 rooms, with two to three students in each
- Unconfirmed trapped estimate
- Witnesses estimated more than 15 or more than 20 people could be trapped; officials had not confirmed the number
Quotes
An unnamed local witness
A local witness at the Satya Niketan collapse site
“The building that collapsed is called 'Hostel Daze'. Right next to it is another building that collapsed. 'Hostel Daze' is a dedicated boys' PG; it was a five-story building. The adjacent building also collapsed... All the students who were inside their rooms got trapped under the rubble.”
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“I received information about the incident an hour ago. By then, the ambulance had already arrived. We want the children to be saved. There are many shortcomings in the system, and I accept that. But right now, I request everyone to let the rescue operation continue first.”
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South Campus police
Police officials responding to the building collapse
“The hostel was always full. So many people could still be trapped under the debris. The lanes are very congested, so it was difficult for rescue vehicle to arrive at the scene faster.”
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“The exact number of persons trapped/injured is not known at present. Some people have been rescued so far. Further details will be shared as and when confirmed.”
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Anil Sharma
BJP MLA who visited the collapse site
“We are even getting calls from those who are trapped inside. Teams are continuously in touch with those who are trapped.”
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Sources
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