Afire broke out at a hotel in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning (June 3, 2026), killing at least 21 people and leading to the rescue of more than 40 others. The majority of the deceased are reported to be foreign nationals.
Several of those killed are foreigners, mainly from Central Asia and Africa, officials said.
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All of those rescued have been taken to a hospital, according to the Delhi Fire Services. Multiple fire tenders were rushed to the hotel at around 8:50 a.m. after the blaze was reported.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ₹2 lakh ex-gratia to the victims families, and ₹50,000 to the injured in the fire incident. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Further details are awaited.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) called deaths in a fire at a Delhi hotel “extremely heartbreaking and soul-wrenching.”
“The loss of lives in a tragic and devastating fire accident in Delhi is extremely heartbreaking and soul-wrenching,” Mr. Adityanath said.
“My condolences are with the bereaved families. I pray to Lord Shri Ram that He grant peace to the departed souls and a swift recovery to the injured,” he said.
Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak also took to social media to extend their condolences for the loss of lives.
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) expressed grief over the Malviya Nagar fire tragedy in Delhi that claimed 21 lives, describing the incident as “extremely heartbreaking” and urging Congress workers to assist in relief and rescue efforts.
In a post on X, Mr. Gandhi said, “The news of the deaths of several people in the fire in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families. I urge all Congress workers to contribute in every possible way to the relief and rescue operations. I hope for the swift recovery of the injured.”
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also condoled the loss of lives and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident.
“The heart is deeply distressed by the tragic incident of a fire breaking out in a hotel located in Malviya Nagar, Delhi. My profound condolences go out to the families who have lost their loved ones in this heart-wrenching event. I pray to God that the departed souls may find a place at His divine feet and that He grant strength to the bereaved families to bear this immense sorrow. At the same time, I wish for the swift and complete recovery of all the injured,” she said on X.
There was no moment to spare and the urgency was not lost on the locals who broke glasses and rushed with blankets to save the patrons escaping an inferno that tore through a bed-and-breakfast building in south Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday (June 3, 2026).
Anita Chaudhary, a local resident, said the entire area was sent into panic after sound of several blasts.
“I heard multiple blast-like sounds and then screams from inside the building. People were shouting for help and some were jumping from windows in a desperate attempt to save themselves. There was chaos all around and residents rushed towards the building to help those trapped inside,” she said.
Another eyewitness, Sanjay Goyal, who was among the first people to reach the spot, said everyone gathered and got down to help people escape the moment they saw smoke coming out.
A foreign national woman shouts for help from a hotel window as fire engulfs the building in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, June 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)
Union Home Minister Amit Shah condoled the loss of lives in the fire incident in Malviya Nagar and said the local administration is engaged in relief and rescue operations.
“My heart is deeply grieved by the fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi. The local administration is engaged in relief and rescue operations. My condolences are with those who have lost their loved ones in this heart-wrenching tragedy,” Mr. Shah wrote on X in Hindi.
“May God grant strength to the bereaved families to bear this sorrow. The injured are being provided with the best medical facilities. I pray for the swift recovery of all the injured,” he added.
The officials said that the rescue operation is over, with the building being cordoned off for police investigation.
The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
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Delhi Lieutenant-Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu expressed condolences and directed officials to ensure immediate medical aid, relief and a thorough investigation into the tragic incident.
“Deeply distressed by the tragic fire at a hotel in Hauz Rani, Malviya Nagar. My thoughts and condolences are with the families of the deceased, and I join all in praying for the swift recovery of those injured. Police, civil and fire rescue teams are currently on-site conducting operations. Officials have been spoken to & directed to ensure immediate medical aid, relief and a thorough investigation into this tragic incident,” he said on X.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) condoled the loss of lives in the fire incident in Malviya Nagar and urged the State Government to provide adequate and timely compensation, including prompt medical care to those injured.
In a post on X, Mr. Kharge said, “Deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi. My heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured.”
The State Government authorities should provide adequate and timely compensation, including prompt medical care, to the victims, Mr. Kharge said.
“I urge Congress workers to extend every possible help and support to the victims in this difficult time,” the Congress chief said.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan expressed condolences and support for victims of the tragic fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi.
“The tragic loss of lives in the fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, is deeply distressing. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and pray that they find strength and courage in this hour of grief. I also pray for the well-being and speedy recovery of those who have been injured,” Mr. Radhakrishnan posted on X.
“The Delhi Government is closely monitoring the situation. All necessary medical assistance & support are being extended to the affected families,” says Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (May 3, 2026) expressed grief over the loss of lives in the fire incident in Malviya Nagar in Delhi and announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh each to the next of kin of each of the deceased and ₹50,000 for those injured.
“The loss of lives due to a fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi is tragic. My condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected,” PM Modi said in a post on X.
The Prime Minister said an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund would be given to the next of kin of each deceased and ₹50,000 for those injured.
A fire broke out at a hotel in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning (June 3, 2026), killing at least 21 people and leading to the rescue of more than 40 others. The majority of the deceased are reported to be foreign nationals.
Several of those killed are foreigners, mainly from Central Asia and Africa, officials said.
Anant Mittal, Deputy Commissioner of Police (South), said the control room received information about the fire at 8:48 a.m. “Local police staff immediately reached the spot and commenced rescue, evacuation and relief operations,” he said.
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