A devastating fire at the Lemon Green restaurant in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar claimed the lives of 16 people on Wednesday, according to Delhi Police. The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received information about the incident at approximately 9:45 AM and immediately dispatched rescue teams to the location.
Firefighters conducted extensive rescue operations and successfully evacuated 37 people from the restaurant’s basement. All rescued individuals were rushed to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Senior fire officials, including Divisional Officer Ravinder from the Nehru Place fire station, remained at the site to oversee the emergency response efforts.
Sources said several foreign nationals, including people from African countries, were staying at the premises. Local residents also helped firefighters rescue those trapped inside the building.
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South Delhi Restaurant Fire Turns Deadly; 16 Confirmed Dead
Malviya Nagar MLA Satish Upadhyay said the fire started around 9:00 AM. Authorities quickly contacted disaster management teams, police officers, district officials, and municipal authorities. He added that investigators would determine the exact cause after a detailed inquiry.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed grief over the incident. She said the Delhi Government is monitoring the situation closely and providing medical assistance to the victims. She assured affected families that the government will offer all possible support during this difficult time.
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