A massive fire tore through a four-story building in southwest Delhi’s Palam area early Wednesday morning, killing nine members of a family, including three minors. 

The blaze, which broke out around 6:30 am, trapped 12 family members in their residence above a complex of cosmetic and garment shops. While rescue operations saved three people who are currently undergoing treatment, most of the family perished in the tragedy. Police were alerted to the incident at 7:04 am, shortly before rescue efforts began.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has ordered a magisterial inquiry........

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