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'Busy making reels': AAP slams BJP over Delhi fire, says govt 'learnt nothing' from past
The Aam Aadmi Party criticizes the BJP-led Delhi government after a Vivek Vihar fire killed at least nine people. AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj posted on X with sharp remarks about the chief minister, while Delhi CM Rekha Gupta expressed grief over the tragedy.
Why It Matters
The incident raises concerns about fire safety governance in Delhi and highlights political blame after disasters.
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta expresses grief over Vivek Vihar fire
May 3, 2026
Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta expressed grief over the loss of lives, describing the incident as extremely tragic.
AAP leader Bhardwaj posts on X attacking Delhi government
May 3, 2026
Saurabh Bhardwaj posted on X criticising the Delhi government, saying: Capital Shame !! Another fire incident at Vivek Vihar delhi, 'nine' people were burnt alive in this fire. He added that while CM Rekha Gupta is busy making reels with multiple edits, she seemed to have learnt nothing from the earlier fire incidents in Delhi, and called the government insistent of insensitivity.
Vivek Vihar fire kills at least nine
May 3, 2026
A fire in Vivek Vihar, Delhi, claimed the lives of at least nine people.