Inferno in Vivek Vihar: Survivors Allege Faulty Rescue Efforts

Survivors of a fire in Vivek Vihar claim delayed emergency response led to nine fatalities. Allegations include tardy fire brigade arrival and equipment issues. Fire officials refute these claims, stating timely efforts and challenges due to the fire's intensity. The blaze has left residents traumatized and uncertain about returning home.

Grief and discontent permeated Vivek Vihar on Monday as fire survivors and families of victims alleged faults in the rescue operation. They claimed delayed fire brigade response and equipment malfunctions hampered rescue efforts during the tragic blaze.

The intense fire in a four-storey building early Sunday claimed nine lives, including Sonali Jain's family members. Locals reported victims were alive even as the blaze intensified, expressing frustration over rescue delays and equipment inefficiencies.

However, fire officials refuted these allegations, asserting that emergency teams arrived promptly and faced substantial challenges due to the fire's severity. The incident has left residents deeply disturbed and reconsidering their future in Vivek Vihar.