Delhi Fire Tragedy: Before The Malviya Nagar Blaze, These Major Fires Shook The Capital

The death of 10 people in a massive fire at Lemon Green Restaurant in Delhi's Malviya Nagar on Wednesday has once again put the spotlight on safety standards in the national capital. The blaze, which also left 11 people injured, comes at a time when Delhi has witnessed a string of building collapses, explosions and fire incidents over the past few weeks.

From a commercial building collapse near Saket Metro Station to an LPG blast in Mukundpur and multiple residential fires, the city has seen several emergencies that have claimed lives, injured residents and triggered large-scale rescue operations.

Malviya Nagar Fire Claims 10 Lives

The latest tragedy unfolded in Hauz Rani in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar area, where a fire broke out at the multi-storey Lemon Green Restaurant on Wednesday morning.

According to officials, the Delhi Fire Service received information about the blaze and rushed multiple fire tenders to the scene. Firefighters rescued people trapped inside the building while police and emergency teams shifted the injured to nearby hospitals.

A total of 10 people died in the incident and 11 others were injured. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire and examining whether any safety violations may have contributed to the tragedy.

Saket Building Collapse Killed Six

Just days before the Malviya Nagar fire, a major building collapse near Saket Metro Station shocked the city.

On May 31, a multi-storey commercial building in Saidulajab collapsed. The structure housed coaching centres, cafes and offices and was occupied when the incident occurred.

At least six people were killed and several others were injured. Rescue teams from the NDRF, Delhi Fire Service and Delhi Police worked for nearly 20 hours to search through the debris.

Authorities later suspected structural violations and alleged unauthorised construction work on upper floors. The building owner was arrested, while two Municipal Corporation of Delhi engineers were suspended pending investigation.

LPG Blast Triggered Mukundpur House Collapse

Another serious incident occurred on June 2 in Mukundpur in North-West Delhi.

A suspected LPG cylinder explosion led to the collapse of a single-storey house, trapping occupants under debris. Rescue teams rushed to the area and searched for survivors.

Officials reported that several people were injured, with some suffering burn injuries. The incident renewed concerns over LPG safety and the storage and handling of cooking gas cylinders in residential areas.

Shahdara Building Collapse Left Several Injured

In another structural accident reported in late May, the fifth floor of a building in Delhi's Shahdara area reportedly collapsed.

Emergency teams were deployed to the site and at least five people were injured in the incident. Authorities began assessing the condition of the structure and surrounding portions of the building following the collapse.

The accident added to growing concerns over ageing buildings and compliance with construction norms in densely populated parts of the city.

Series of Fire Incidents Raise Alarm

Delhi has also witnessed multiple fire emergencies in recent weeks.

On May 16, a fire broke out in a four-storey residential building in Shahdara. Firefighters rescued nine residents, including women and a minor girl. Several occupants were hospitalised after suffering smoke inhalation.

Another tragic incident occurred in Hauz Khas at the end of May when an 80-year-old retired IAS officer died after a fire allegedly triggered by an air-conditioner blast. Following the incident, the Delhi government announced plans to introduce private fire auditors and strengthen fire safety compliance measures.

Heatwave Increasing Fire Risks

Authorities have linked several recent fire incidents across Delhi-NCR to the intense summer heat. Temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius have increased pressure on electrical systems, particularly air-conditioners and power supply networks.

Officials have warned residents and commercial establishments about overloaded circuits, faulty wiring and poor maintenance practices, all of which can significantly increase the risk of fires during peak summer months.

As investigators work to determine what caused the deadly Malviya Nagar restaurant blaze, the incident has become the latest addition to a growing list of accidents that have struck Delhi in recent weeks. The succession of building collapses, explosions and fires has renewed calls for stricter enforcement of safety regulations across the capital.