Key facts
- A fire occurred at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, south Delhi.
- At least 21 people died in the incident.
- More than 40 people were rescued and hospitalized.
- An official suggested the fire was likely connected to a ground-floor restaurant.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced compensation for victims.
At least 21 people were killed in a hotel fire in Malviya Nagar, south Delhi, on Wednesday. This incident marks one of the worst fires in the capital recently. More than 40 persons have been rescued and shifted to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. A local administration official suggested that the fire was likely connected to a restaurant operating on the ground floor of the building. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced compensation of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of those who lost their lives and Rs 50,000 for the injured.