Four-Storey Building Tilts In Delhi, Residents Evacuated Amid Collapse Fears
A four-storey building in Delhi's Gandhi Nagar area was evacuated after it began to tilt, sparking fears of a collapse. Local authorities have cordoned off the area and are investigating the structural integrity of the building.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding illegal construction and the safety of aging infrastructure in densely populated urban areas.
Panic gripped Delhi's Gandhi Nagar area after a four-storey building suddenly tilted, raising concerns among residents living nearby. As a precautionary measure, the entire building has been evacuated, while the area around the structure has been cordoned off to prevent people from approaching it.Following the incident, a team from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) reached the spot and inspected the condition of the building. Officials have initiated further action and are keeping the situation under watch. The building has currently been kept vacant in view of the safety concerns.#WATCH | A four-storey building tilted dangerously in East Delhi's Gandhi Nagar, triggering panic among residents.Police evacuated the building and sealed off the surrounding area. #Delhi pic.twitter.com/v53Yc0a81w - NDTV (@ndtv) September 13, 2026Speaking to IANS, former Mayor Shyam Sunder Aggarwal said he reached the spot after receiving information about the incident.
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