Family Of Three Killed In Metro Staff Quarters Fire In Delhi's Adarsh Nagar

A devastating fire at Delhi Metro staff quarters in Adarsh Nagar killed a man, his wife and their 10-year-old daughter. Police is investigating the incident.

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Source : PTI

A deadly blaze at Delhi Metro’s staff housing complex in Adarsh Nagar late at night resulted in the deaths of a couple and their minor daughter, officials said.

The Delhi Fire Service stated that it received a distress call at 2:39 am, reporting a fire involving household items inside the DMRC residential quarters. In response, six fire engines were rushed to the location to bring the situation under control.

The fire broke out on the fifth floor of the building. Firefighters later recovered the burnt bodies of three occupants from the flat after gaining access to the premises.

The deceased were identified as Ajay (42), his wife Neelam (38), and their 10-year-old daughter, Janhvi.

Police officials stated that a probe has been launched and further investigation into the incident is underway.