Terrace Collapse Tragedy: Six-Year-Old Boy Loses Life in Delhi

A six-year-old boy tragically died when part of an old building's terrace collapsed in Delhi's Harsh Vihar on Sunday evening. The child was playing when the incident occurred. The building's owner, Ramji Lal, is currently absconding, and a case has been registered against him.


PTI | New Delhi | Updated: 30-06-2024 20:15 IST | Created: 30-06-2024 20:15 IST
Terrace Collapse Tragedy: Six-Year-Old Boy Loses Life in Delhi
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In a devastating incident on Sunday evening, a six-year-old boy lost his life when a section of a terrace in Harsh Vihar, Delhi, gave way. The tragic event unfolded as the child was engaged in play. Despite immediate medical attention, he was declared dead upon arrival at GTB Hospital.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (northeast), Joy Tirkey, confirmed the details, adding that no construction work was underway at the time. The boy's family were tenants in the building, while the building's owner, identified as Ramji Lal, remains on the run. Santosh Kumar, the boy's father, reported the incident to the authorities.

A criminal case has been registered against Lal, and an investigation is currently underway to ascertain the cause of the collapse and locate the absconding owner. The community mourns the loss of a young life due to this unfortunate accident.

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