A tragic fire broke out at a multi-storey hotel-cum-restaurant building in Delhi's Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday morning, claiming at least 21 lives and leaving several others injured. So far, more than 40 people have been rescued and rushed to hospitals for treatment. Reacting to the horrific incident, several celebrities extended their condolences to the families who lost their loved ones.
Delhi Fire Tragedy: Celebrities Mourn Loss Of Lives
Smriti Irani
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 actress and former Union Minister Smriti Irani penned a heartfelt note, saying, "Pained to learn about the tragic fire incident at a restaurant in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi." She added, "My heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured."
Manoj Tiwari
Singer and politician Manoj Tiwari also expressed grief over the tragedy and prayed for the victims and those injured. He tweeted, "A horrific fire accident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi.. A fire has broken out in a restaurant.. Agencies are engaged in relief operations, but it's a very heartbreaking incident.. May God protect the injured."
Arun Govil
Member of Parliament and Ramayan actor Arun Govil mourned the loss of 21 lives in the devastating fire. He wrote, "The tragic and heart-wrenching incident of the massive fire that occurred in a hotel located in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, is extremely sorrowful. My humble tribute and deepest condolences go out to the families of all those who lost their lives in this painful accident." Praying to God, Arun added, "I pray to Lord Shri Ram that He grant a place at His divine feet to the departed souls, bestow strength upon the grieving families to bear this unbearable sorrow, and provide swift recovery to all the injured."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the tragedy and announced financial assistance for the victims' families. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said that authorities were providing all possible assistance to those affected by the fire. He announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased victim, while those injured in the incident will receive Rs. 50,000 as financial aid.
