According to reports, at least six people have died in the building collapse near Delhi University‘s South Campus. An FIR has been registered against the person who ran the PG accommodation.
The PIL filed on the matter before the High Court said that preliminary reports indicate that repair, renovation or construction-related work was allegedly being undertaken in the building immediately before the collapse.
“Questions have arisen regarding the legality of such work, the structural integrity of the premises, compliance with sanctioned building plans, use of the premises as a PG/hostel, existence of structural stability certifications, fire safety compliance and the adequacy of inspections conducted by the concerned statutory authorities,” the plea said.
Besides compensation to the kin of victims, the petitioner has sought an independent and comprehensive investigation into the causes leading to the collapse, including the role of owners, builders, contractors, architects, structural engineers, persons involved in renovation work and public authorities responsible for inspection and enforcement of building regulations.
He has also sought an immediate comprehensive structural safety audit of all PGs, hostels and student accommodation premises in Satya Niketan, and in other major student accommodation clusters of Delhi.