A severe claim has been circulating rapidly across various social media platforms alleging that a hostel building within the South Campus of Delhi University has collapsed. Following the widespread dissemination of this viral claim, considerable anxiety arose among students and parents, making a thorough verification of the facts essential. After official assessments and administrative scrutiny, it has become evident that the claim being propagated on social media is entirely misleading and factually incorrect. The fact check unit of the government agency PIB investigated the matter and clarified that the structure which caved in is not a Delhi University hostel at all.
Private Building in Satya Niketan
Investigations revealed that the collapsed structure is actually a private paying guest accommodation situated in the bustling residential locality of Satya Niketan in southwest Delhi. Although this location is situated in close geographical proximity to the South Campus of the university, it has no administrative or institutional affiliation with Delhi University. Therefore, labeling this private PG building as a university hostel on social media is entirely inaccurate. Nevertheless, the building collapse incident itself is a real event that has resulted in substantial loss of life and property, prompting prompt action from local law enforcement and administrative authorities.
Casualties and Police Investigation
According to official details provided by local police authorities, the death toll from this tragic accident rose to 5 by Sunday evening. Police officials stated that a formal FIR in connection with the incident will be registered shortly, and multiple simultaneous raids are being conducted across various locations to apprehend the culprits responsible. Rescue and relief operations at the accident site are still actively underway to manage the aftermath and ensure no one else remains trapped beneath the debris.
Old Structure and Basement Work
Initial reports indicate that the collapsed structure was quite old and stood 5 to 6 stories tall. Since rooms in such paying guest facilities typically accommodate two or more students, deep concerns were raised regarding the potential presence of a large number of students at the time of the incident. Whether there is a direct link between the ongoing work in the basement and the eventual collapse of the building will only become clear after a comprehensive investigation is concluded by the authorities.
Initial Call and Emergency Response
According to police records, the PCR call regarding the building collapse was received at the South Campus police station at approximately 1:34 PM. Immediately upon receiving the alert, local police forces and emergency response teams sprang into action, launching a full-scale rescue operation without delay to address the crisis at the site.
