India: Factory collapses following fire in Delhi January 2

Event

A battery factory has reportedly collapsed at 09:00 (local time) after a fire broke out in the building's basement on Thursday, January 2, in Delhi's Peera Garhi area. At least one firefighter has been killed and 19 others were injured in the incident. An investigation on the cause of the fire is ongoing. A heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions, including road closures, are to be expected in the affected area until the scene has been cleared.  

Advice

Individuals in Delhi are advised to avoid the area of the incident, keep abreast of the situation, and obey all instructions issued by the local authorities.