New Delhi: Portions of Gokulpuri Metro Station in Delhi have collapsed. As per reports 1 is injured. The fire brigade and Police has reached the spot. The investigation regarding the incident is underway.
Initial reports suggested that three to four two-wheelers parked on the ground were trapped under the debris. The fire department was informed and rescue operation is underway. A Delhi Fire Service (DFS) official said the collapse was reported at 11.10 am and four fire tenders were immediately pressed into service.
According to the DCP (northeast), Joy Tirkey, "At least 3 to 4 people were injured. One person was trapped under the debris and was grievously injured, while others sustained minor injuries.". DCP Tirkey added that police personnel, with some public help, managed to extract the person who was trapped under the debris. "He was riding on his scooter when the incident occurred. He was rushed to GTB Hospital."
According to Delhi Fire Service officials, "a side slab of the running metro line at Gokulpuri metro station collapsed today. One person was injured in the incident. He was rushed to a nearby hospital."