UPSC Aspirants Death News LIVE Updates
New Delhi | 28 July: Police personnel detained furious students during their protest at Karol Bagh Metro Station on Sunday. The protest erupted after three civil service aspirants died due to flooding in the basement of a coaching center in Old Rajinder Nagar. Students were protesting against the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) following the tragic incident that occurred on Saturday.
UPSC Aspirants Death News LIVE Updates
Officials reported on Saturday that three civil services aspirants died after heavy rainfall flooded the basement of a coaching center in Delhi’s Old Rajendra Nagar area. The Delhi Fire Department received a call from Rau’s IAS Study Circle around 7 pm on Saturday regarding the waterlogged basement.
“The caller informed us that there might be people trapped inside. We are investigating how the entire basement got flooded. It seems the water filled the basement very quickly, trapping some individuals,” said DCP (Central Delhi) M Harshavardhan.
Students protested the deaths of their fellow aspirants, raising slogans against the authorities. Delhi Revenue Minister Atishi has directed Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar to initiate an inquiry and submit a report within 24 hours.
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28 Jul 2024, 07:30:10 PM IST
UPSC Aspirants Death News LIVE: Rau’s IAS Study Circle says, “Fully committed to supporting ongoing investigations into the tragic incident.”
“Deeply saddened by the loss of promising young individuals who were preparing to serve the nation,” the statement added.
UPSC Aspirants Death News LIVE Updates
Students Detained During Protests: On Sunday, several students were detained after protesting in Old Rajinder Nagar, demanding action and compensation for the deaths of three civil services aspirants due to a flooded basement at a coaching center. The protest at Karol Bagh Metro Station caused significant traffic disruptions, leading to police intervention and detentions.
Ongoing Protests: Students continued to protest in Old Rajinder Nagar, raising slogans against authorities. The Delhi Revenue Minister ordered an inquiry into the incident, with a report due within 24 hours.
Political Reactions:
- ABVP Protest: ABVP members defaced Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi’s photo, blaming the deaths on negligence.
- AAP’s Saurabh Bharadwaj: Alleged a conspiracy against Delhi, citing corruption in de-silting operations.
- Kerala CM: Condoled the death of Malayali student Nevin Dalwin.
- Delhi BJP: Demanded criminal proceedings and accountability from AAP government officials.
- Congress: Called for fixing accountability, with Rahul Gandhi criticizing institutional irresponsibility.
Official Statements:
- LG VK Saxena: Condemned the incident and ordered a report on the tragedy.
- Delhi Minister Gopal Rai: Assured a fast-paced investigation and action against illegal coaching centers.
- AAP MP Swati Maliwal: Called the deaths “murder” due to delayed action.
Arrests Made: Delhi police arrested the owner and coordinator of the coaching center on charges including culpable homicide.
Victims Identified: Shreya Yadav from UP, Tanya Soni from Telangana, and Nivin Dalwin from Kerala.
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Students Detained During Protests in Delhi: On Sunday, police detained several students protesting in Old Rajinder Nagar, demanding accountability and compensation after three civil services aspirants died due to flooding in a coaching center’s basement. Protesters blocked roads near Karol Bagh Metro Station, causing traffic disruptions, and were monitored using body cameras and drones.
Continued Protests: Students continued to protest in Old Rajinder Nagar. ABVP members defaced Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi’s photo and protested at her residence, holding the AAP government responsible.
Political Reactions: Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged a conspiracy against Delhiites, citing corruption in de-silting operations. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and BJP leaders expressed condolences and criticized the Delhi administration. BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj blamed CM Kejriwal and MLA Durgesh Pathak for ignoring drainage issues. Congress called for accountability, with Rahul Gandhi condemning the irresponsibility of institutions.
Official Responses: Delhi Minister Gopal Rai assured a swift investigation. LG VK Saxena demanded a report by Tuesday and condemned the incident as unpardonable. MCD vowed action against illegal basement coaching centers. The coaching center’s owner and coordinator were arrested for culpable homicide.
Further Developments: AAP MP Swati Maliwal met with the victims’ families and labeled the deaths as murder due to negligence. Dharmendra Yadav, a relative of one of the deceased, demanded a culpable homicide case against the coaching center owner.
