The Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi experienced a tragedy when the roof of Terminal 1 partially collapsed due to heavy rains, resulting in the death of at least one person. Several others were injured, and flights were suspended temporarily until the debris could be cleared. The collapse occurred in the domestic departure area, with images showing a taxi crushed under a metal pillar. The airport authority attributed the collapse to heavy rain that caused the roof and support beams to give way.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had recently inaugurated a refurbishment project at the airport, but the collapsed area was part of an older building opened in 2009, according to officials. Safety and construction standards in India continue to be a concern, with opposition politicians criticizing the prime minister for prioritizing inaugurations over quality construction. An inquiry has been launched into the incident, and emergency personnel are providing assistance to those affected.
The annual monsoon hit the capital with heavy rainfall, causing flooding in many areas, including the airport. The airport authority stated that the necessary rescue operations and medical aid are being provided to those affected. This incident has raised concerns about infrastructure safety and construction standards in India, prompting calls for accountability from those in charge of ensuring public safety.
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