Expressing deep concern over lapses in safety arrangements at excavation and digging sites, the Chief Minister has directed strict enforcement of safety norms and fixed clear accountability on officers and contractors.
Delhi Police on Saturday arrested sub-contractor Rajesh Prajapati in connection with the death of a 25-year-old man after his motorcycle fell into a deep, uncovered pit allegedly dug by the Delhi Jal Board during road work in West Delhi's Janakpuri area.
Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood on Saturday said that the officers responsible for the death of the 25-year-old biker, Kamal Dhyani, who fell into a pit in Janakpuri.
Regarding the cause of the incident, the FIR registered by the police states that, based on an inspection of the spot, it is clear that the pit was dug by the Delhi Jal Board during road work and was left uncovered without any safety arrangements.
Speaking to ANI, family members demanded 'justice' amid the heartbreaking loss. According to Dhyani's older brother, Mayank Dhyani, the victim had spoken to him just moments before the accident.
Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday condemned the death of 25-year-old Kamal Dhyani, who died after his motorcycle fell into an uncovered pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) in Janakpuri, calling it a symptom of widespread "greed and negligence."
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Friday condemned the death of 25-year-old biker Kamal Dhyani, who allegedly fell into a pit in Janakpuri late Thursday night, calling it a "murder due to criminal negligence."
The family reportedly approached multiple police stations overnight, but no immediate action was taken. According to Dhyani's brother, they only received information about his death after contacting officials the next morning. A friend of the deceased criticised the police for failing to
The tragic death of 25-year-old biker Kamal Dhyani in Janakpuri late Thursday night has triggered sharp criticism of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Delhi government, with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal describing the incident
The father of 25-year-old Kamal Dhyani has accused the Delhi administration and the Delhi Jal Board of negligence following the death of his son, who reportedly fell into a deep pit dug for repair work in Janakpuri late Thursday night.
Kamal Dhyani (25) allegedly died after falling into a pit in the Janakpuri area of the national capital on Thursday night, while returning home on his motorcycle. The deceased has been identified, according to the police.