Delhi govt forms panel after Malviya Nagar fire, citywide inspections from today

Key points

• The Delhi government has swung into action following the deadly Malviya Nagar hotel fire and constituted a joint committee to investigate safety violations and inspect similar establishments across the capital.
• According to sources, teams comprising officials from the district administration, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Delhi Police and the Power Department will begin inspections across Delhi on Thursday.
• The move comes amid growing scrutiny of guest houses and bed-and-breakfast (B&B) establishments following the tragedy that claimed 21 lives.
• As part of the exercise, authorities have already identified 18 properties in Malviya Nagar that are likely to come under the scanner.
• Officials are expected to examine compliance with fire safety norms, building regulations, licensing conditions and power connections.