Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Dargah Roof Collapse: Death Toll Rises to Seven
A wall and roof at the Patte Shah Dargah near Humayun’s Tomb fell down on Friday.
Sadly, seven people died in the accident.
The collapse happened during prayer time.
Rescuers managed to save more than ten people.
Police are investigating what caused the collapse and have filed a case against people unknown.
The deceased were rushed to the hospitals including AIIMS Trauma Centre, Lok Nayak Hospital and Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital.
A wall and roof collapsed at the Patte Shah Dargah near Humayun’s Tomb on Friday afternoon.
The death toll has risen to seven, with the deceased including individuals aged 25 to 79.
The incident occurred while people were at the Dargah to offer prayers.
Over ten people were rescued after the operation concluded.
Police have filed a case against unknown persons under the BNS.
- Who
- People at the Dargah for prayers, as well as rescue personnel and police.
- What
- A roof and wall collapse at the Patte Shah Dargah, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.
- When
- The collapse occurred on Friday afternoon.
- Where
- Patte Shah Dargah, near Humayun’s Tomb.
- Why
- The cause of the collapse is under investigation.
- Location
- Patte Shah Dargah, near Humayun’s Tomb
- Incident
- Roof and wall collapse
- Death Toll
- Seven
- Injured
- Four
- First Responders
- Nearby people and passersby
- Case Filed
- Against unknown persons under the BNS