Rescue operation ends in Delhi building collapse, five survivors shifted to hospital

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Rescue operations at the site of the Satya Niketan building collapse in south Delhi concluded on Monday after multiple agencies worked through the night to evacuate people trapped under the debris. According to Delhi Police, five people were rescued and rushed to nearby hospitals, while the death toll in the incident rose to seven. The injured have been identified as Asgar Ali, 30, Neeraj Bawa, 19, Aditya Kumar, 19, Nitish Chib, 19, and Md. Ayan, 18. Officials said all five are undergoing treatment, with three of them in critical condition. Authorities said 12 people were admitted to hospitals following the collapse of the five-storey building, which was being used as a paying guest accommodation for students. Seven people, including an unidentified man, succumbed to their injuries. The deceased were identified as Abhishek, 20, a resident of Sonbhadra in Uttar Pradesh, Yuvraj Soni, 20, of Durg in Chhattisgarh; Pawan, 17, from Auraiya in Uttar Pradesh, Arpit Jahaj, 19, of Dewas in Madhya Pradesh, Akshat Singh Yadav,18, of Katni in Madhya Pradesh; and Surinder Singh, 75, a labourer. The identity of one deceased person is yet to be established. Most of the victims were students residing in the Satya Niketan area, known for its large concentration of coaching centres and student accommodations. Officials said the cause of the collapse is under investigation. Rescue and relief operations were carried out by multiple emergency response agencies. Meanwhile, Delhi Police on Monday arrested the owner of the collapsed building, Hariram Bansal, from Bhiwadi in Rajasthan after he allegedly went absconding following the incident. Bansal was apprehended hours after police issued a Look Out Circular (LOC) against him as investigations into the tragedy gathered pace. Earlier in the day, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) suspended five of its employees in connection with the deadly collapse. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, meanwhile, vowed not to spare anyone found guilty.

Guilty wont be spared: Delhi CM on suspension of 5 MCD officials over building collapse

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) A day after a building collapse claimed seven lives, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday vowed not to spare anyone found guilty, adding that five MCD officials have been suspended after the tragedy in South Delhis Satya Niketan. The Chief Minister also coordinated with civic agency officials to launch a citywide drive to seal buildings with unauthorised fifth floors. In a message on X, the Chief Minister said, MCD Deputy Commissioner, Executive Engineer, Superintending Engineer, Assistant Engineer and Junior Engineer have been suspended with immediate effect following the tragic Satya Niketan incident. The suspended employees include South Zone officials -- Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Kumar, Superintending Engineer (SE) Ranvir Singh, Executive Engineer (EE) Lalit Kumar Goel, Assistant Engineer (AE) Sunil Chauhan and Junior Engineer (JE) Ashish Kumar. Giving an update on the crackdown following the incident, Chief Minister Gupta said, The building owner has been arrested. Immediate sealing of buildings with unauthorised fifth floors has been ordered across Delhi. Nearby PGs and buildings are also being thoroughly inspected. Strict action, including sealing, will be taken against violations. Delhi Government has taken the matter with utmost seriousness. Anyone found guilty or responsible will not be spared, said the Chief Minister. CM Guptas tough talk against illegal constructions came on a day when the owner of the collapsed building, Hariram Bansal, was apprehended by Delhi Police from Rajasthan's Bhiwadi. He was arrested hours after the Delhi Police issued a Look Out Circular (LOC) following the collapse of the five-storey building, which served as a PG accommodation for students, as investigations into the incident and responsibility for the tragedy continue. The police had formed 10 teams to apprehend Bansal after a look-out notice was issued against him, said an official. On Monday morning, Chief Minister Gupta revisited the collapse site to review the ongoing rescue and related operations. Following the inspection, she assured that strict action would be taken against officials found guilty of negligence or oversight. So far, seven people have been confirmed dead in the building collapse. Several are receiving treatment, while many are still feared to be trapped under the debris. The search and rescue operations continued throughout the night. Officials said that several people, mostly students, are still feared trapped under the debris, and efforts are underway to rescue them safely. The five-storey building, known as 'Hostel Daze', was operating as a boys' PG, and several students were staying there when the incident took place around 1.30 p.m. on Sunday, the police said. An adjacent building also collapsed, according to eyewitnesses, adding to concerns over the safety and structural condition of buildings in the area. Meanwhile, students affiliated with SFI and KYS held a protest and took out a march at Delhi University's North Campus on Monday to voice concern over the Satya Niketan building collapse. They demanded the construction of proper hostels for all students of the university.

Delhi building collapse: Building owner arrested from Raj

The owner of the building that collapsed in Satya Niketan, Delhi, killing seven people, has been apprehended from Rajasthan's Bhiwadi area. Hariram Gupta was arrested after a massive search operation, having gone into hiding immediately after the incident. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of the collapse and the repair work being carried out.

Satya Niketan PG Owner Hariram Gupta Held in Rajasthan After Delhi Building Collapse

Delhi Police have apprehended Hariram Gupta, the owner of the paying guest accommodation in southwest Delhi's Satya Niketan where a five-storey building collapsed, killing seven people. Gupta was traced to Bhiwadi in Rajasthan on Monday, a day after the fatal collapse,

Satya Niketan PG collapse: Building owner Hariram apprehended in Bhiwadi

Satya Niketan building collapse: Owner Hariram apprehended in Bhiwadi after 7 killed in Delhi

The owner of a collapsed Delhi building was apprehended in Rajasthan. This development follows the tragic collapse of a five-storey structure on Sunday. Seven people lost their lives in the devastating building collapse incident. A magisterial inquiry has been ordered into the unfortunate event. An FIR has been registered against the building owner after preliminary assessments.

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Urban Tots Expands Manufacturing Capacity to Drive India's Toy Industry Growth

As India accelerates its efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports, the toy industry is emerging as one of the sectors witnessing significant transformation. Companies investing in large-scale local production are increasingly contributing to the country's ambition of becoming a global manufacturing hub. Mr Deepak Chaudhary, Chairperson, Urban Tots Urban Tots , an Indian toy manufacturing company that has rapidly expanded its operations over the past five years. Operating from a 350,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, the company currently employs more than 450 people and manufactures a wide range of toys for the domestic market. The company's origins trace back to an observation made by entrepreneur Deepak Chaudhary, who noticed that the toys in his children's collection were predominantly imported and carried labels from other countries. The realization highlighted India's dependence on imported toys and eventually led to the establishment of Urban Tots. Unlike many businesses that entered the category through imports, Urban Tots chose to invest in domestic manufacturing. Its manufacturing journey formally began with the Bhoomi Poojan of its facility on 14 August 2021 . Developing large-scale production capabilities required investments in advanced machinery, workforce development and technical expertise. To strengthen its manufacturing capabilities, the company's founding team studied production technologies and factory operations in China before adapting those learnings to establish a modern manufacturing ecosystem in India focused on efficiency, precision and scalability. Today, the facility operates with automated conveyor systems, Poka-Yoke quality mechanisms and production processes designed to reduce defects while ensuring consistent quality. Products are manufactured in compliance with internationally recognised safety standards, including EN71 and BIS certifications . The company has also integrated sustainability and responsible manufacturing practices into its operations, focusing on reducing waste while improving productivity. Urban Tots initially entered the market with role-play trolley products before expanding into multiple categories. The company is now a manufacturer of ride-on and battery-operated toys, including electric cars and tractors, along with infant products, sensory toys and educational learning kits aimed at supporting early childhood development. Alongside manufacturing expansion, the company has developed a nationwide distribution network comprising thousands of dealers and retailers and has established its presence across major online marketplaces. In addition to its own consumer brand, Urban Tots also manufactures products for several established companies, supplying toys that reach households across India under different labels. Industry observers note that India's toy sector is entering a critical phase of growth. Increased domestic manufacturing capacity, stronger quality regulations and changing consumer preferences are gradually reshaping an industry that was once heavily dependent on imports. The sector's development aligns with broader changes taking place across India's manufacturing landscape, where improving infrastructure, policy support and technology adoption are encouraging companies to compete in international markets while serving growing domestic demand. According to Deepak Chaudhary, India's strengths position it well for global competitiveness in toy manufacturing. "India has every ingredient required to become a global toy manufacturing hubentrepreneurship, engineering talent, manufacturing capability and an enormous domestic market. The next step is to build products that are recognised worldwide not because they are made in India, but because they represent quality, innovation and trust." Urban Tots' growth reflects a wider trend of manufacturing-led expansion within the toy industry, where long-term investments in infrastructure, technology and workforce development are becoming increasingly important. As India seeks to strengthen its position in global supply chains, companies such as Urban Tots are contributing to the country's efforts to transition from a major toy import market to a competitive manufacturing and export destination. About Urban Tots Urban Tots is an Indian toy manufacturing company headquartered in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan. Operating from a 350,000-square-foot integrated manufacturing facility, the company designs and manufactures ride-on toys, battery-operated vehicles, educational toys, infant products and sensory toys. With a workforce of more than 450 employees, a nationwide distribution network and partnerships with leading retailers and brands, Urban Tots is committed to establishing India as a globally competitive hub for toy manufacturing through innovation, quality and sustainable manufacturing.

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