Incident Overview
Tragedy struck in India as heavy rain caused a section of the roof at an airport in New Delhi to collapse, resulting in the death of one individual and injuries to six others.
The unfortunate event took place at the domestic departure terminal of New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport at approximately 5 am local time on Friday, amidst intense pre-monsoon showers in the capital city.
Immediate Response
Following the collapse, all flight departures from Terminal 1 were momentarily halted to enable rescue teams to clear debris and potentially save anyone trapped beneath.
Extent of Damage
Reports indicate that several support beams collapsed as well, causing damage to vehicles in the pickup and drop-off section of the terminal.
Among the six injured individuals, one had to be rescued from a vehicle that was struck by a falling iron beam.
Official Statements
K Rammohan Naidu, the civil aviation minister, has confirmed that emergency responders are actively engaged at the site and has urged airlines to provide assistance to affected passengers.
In a social media update, Naidu reiterated the ongoing nature of rescue efforts, emphasizing that operations are still in progress.