Malviya Nagar hotel hub serving medical tourists under spotlight after deadly fire
The Malviya Nagar hotel hub in New Delhi has come under scrutiny following a deadly fire that claimed 21 lives. The area, known for providing budget accommodation to medical tourists, has raised concerns about safety standards and compliance with building regulations. Many establishments operate in close proximity, with narrow passages that may hinder emergency responses.
- ▪A fire at a local bed and breakfast hotel in Malviya Nagar resulted in 21 fatalities, including 11 foreigners.
- ▪The hotel was reportedly operating without a fire No Objection Certificate (NOC) and had only one entry-exit point.
- ▪Residents and visitors are now worried about fire safety compliance in the densely packed area catering to medical tourists.
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Malviya Nagar hotel hub serving medical tourists under spotlight after deadly fireLocals estimate that more than 35 hotels and guest houses operate in the neighbourhood, with many offering budget accommodation for patients and attendants.Updated on: Jun 03, 2026 8:16 PM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link New Delhi: The Press Enclave Road area in south Delhi's Malviya Nagar, a densely packed cluster of hotels, inns and guest houses catering largely to patients visiting the nearby Max Hospital, has come under scrutiny after a fire at a local bed and breakfast hotel claimed 21 lives on Wednesday.Forensic officials leave the site of a fire at a hotel in the Malviya Nagar area, in New Delhi.
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