MCD Surveys 1,252 PG Buildings After Satya Niketan Collapse, Finds 3 Unsafe Structures
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has surveyed 1,252 paying guest (PG) buildings between September 7 and 9 as part of its safety assessment drive launched after the Satya Niketan building collapse, officials said. Of the buildings inspected, 1,201 were found to be visibly safe, while 39 required minor repairs and nine needed major repairs. Three buildings were declared dangerous, with…
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) conducted an assessment of 1,252 paying guest (PG) buildings between September 7 and 9, following the collapse of the Satya Niketan building. The survey revealed that 1,201 of the inspected structures were safe, while 39 required minor repairs and 9 needed major repairs. Three buildings were deemed unsafe and one has already been demolished.
The civic body has also identified 26 framed structures above G+4 floors for close monitoring due to their potential vulnerability. The MCD is continuing its safety checks on Thursday and is intensifying actions against unauthorized construction, property misuse, and dangerous structures. Demolition drives and sealing actions have been ongoing since the incident.
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