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Delhi Fire Tragedy: Skylift Failure and Cable Blockage Prompt Probe After 9 Killed
✍️ NDTV
🗓 31 Jul 2026, 09:49 PM
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A deadly fire in Delhi claimed nine lives, with authorities citing a failed skylift and blocked cables as major hindrances to rescue efforts. A probe has been launched to investigate the incident.
A fire that broke out in Delhi resulted in the tragic loss of nine lives, according to reports. Initial investigations point to a failure of the skylift system that was intended to aid in the rescue operations. Additionally, cables were found to have blocked access to the affected area, further delaying emergency response. In light of these complications, authorities have announced a formal probe into the incident. Details regarding the cause of the fire and the exact circumstances of the rescue failure remain under scrutiny.