Malviya Nagar hotel fire: Delhi HC seeks report from RML hospital on hotel owner’s health
The Delhi High Court has requested a health report from Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital regarding Lovkesh Bajaj, the jailed owner of a Malviya Nagar hotel where a fire claimed 23 lives in June. Bajaj is seeking interim bail due to serious intestinal obstructions, a request previously denied by a trial court.
Why it matters
This case highlights the legal proceedings and accountability issues following a tragic incident, underscoring the importance of safety regulations and the judicial process in addressing negligence.
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday sought a report from the Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital here regarding the health of the jailed owner of a Malviya Nagar hotel where a fire claimed 23 lives in June.
The court passed the order on a plea by Mr. Lovkesh Bajaj seeking interim bail in the case on the grounds that he was suffering from intestinal obstructions and his condition was “serious”.
Noting that Mr. Bajaj was admitted in the hospital since August 24, the court called for a comprehensive report form RML Hospital. It listed the matter for hearing on Wednesday.
Mr. Bajaj, presently in judicial custody, is named as an accused in the case over the fire at the five-storey ‘Flourish Stay’ B&B in Hauz Rani on June 3, in which 23 people were killed, while 24 others suffered grievous injuries.
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