Delhi Building Collapse: Owner Urmila Gupta, Husband Hariram & Son Mahesh Arrested by Police

Delhi Police has taken major action in the Satya Niketan building collapse case, arresting property owner Urmila Gupta, her husband Hariram Gupta and their son Mahesh Gupta. The three accused were produced before a court late at night. The court sent Urmila Gupta and Hariram Gupta to 14 days of judicial custody, while Mahesh Gupta was remanded to two days of police custody for further questioning. According to police, the land on which the building stood was registered in Urmila Gupta’s name, while the electricity connection was reportedly in the name of her husband Hariram Gupta. During interrogation, Hariram Gupta allegedly told investigators that repair work was being carried out in the basement before the building collapse. An injured worker also reportedly confirmed that construction-related work was underway in the basement at the time of the incident. Police said Hariram Gupta and his son Mahesh were involved in managing the PG operating from the building. Mahesh Gupta was allegedly responsible for operating and managing the PG. Hariram Gupta was arrested by Delhi Police from Rewari, Rajasthan, as part of the investigation. Investigators are now verifying property records, electricity documents, PG-related papers and other evidence connected with the building and construction work. Police are also examining the statements of workers and other people associated with the property to establish the exact circumstances that led to the collapse. The investigation remains underway, with further action expected after verification of the available documents and evidence.