Get Updates
Get notified of breaking news, exclusive insights, and must-see stories!

2 killed as garbage dump collapses in Delhi's Ghazipur

According to reports a car and three two-wheelers were pushed down into a nullah nearby due to the collapse of garbage dump and many are also believed to have been trapped under the debris.

At least two persons were killed after 4-5 vehicles fell into Kondli canal at Ghazipur landfill site on Friday.

2 killed as garbage dump collapses in Delhi

According to reports, a car and three two-wheelers were pushed down into a nullah nearby due to the collapse of garbage dump and many are also believed to have been trapped under the debris.

A private TV channel reported that the body of a girl, who was riding a scooty, has been recovered. Three others have been pulled out by rescue teams and are undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital.

Ajay Arora, SDM, Mayur Vihar, said that two bodies have been recovered and five persons rescued.

Ranbir Singh, EDMC Commissioner, said: "Reason of the incident can be ascertained only after investigation." Delhi police and fire tenders have reached the spot.

Rescue operations underway.

OneIndia News

Notifications
Settings
Clear Notifications
Notifications
Use the toggle to switch on notifications
  • Block for 8 hours
  • Block for 12 hours
  • Block for 24 hours
  • Don't block
Gender
Select your Gender
  • Male
  • Female
  • Others
Age
Select your Age Range
  • Under 18
  • 18 to 25
  • 26 to 35
  • 36 to 45
  • 45 to 55
  • 55+