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21 Killed in New Delhi Hotel Fire as Safety Violations Spark Construction Alarm

A major fire swept through Flourish Stay, a bed-and-breakfast hotel in New Delhi's Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday morning, leaving at least 21 people dead. Police described it as one of the deadliest blazes in the Indian capital in recent years. The fire broke out around 8:50 am in the basement of the building, which also housed a restaurant. Rescue operations involved multiple fire engines, but thick smoke and limited access complicated efforts. More than 40 people were hospitalised, with eight in critical condition. Reports indicate the five-storey structure had only one narrow entry and exit point.