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Delhi’s PG Crisis Exposed: Libraries the Next Ticking Bomb? | Who Is Accountable? | News18

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The crumbling infrastructure of student PGs (Paying Guest accommodations) in Delhi has escalated into a major crisis, underscored by the tragic September 2026 collapse of a five-storey private PG building in the Satya Niketan area near Delhi University’s South Campus. The structure, a five-decade-old building operating under the name “Hostel Daze,” pancaked while unauthorized construction work was being carried out in its basement. The collapse resulted in the deaths of seven people, including DU students, sparking massive outrage, student protests, and legal intervention n18oc_indian18oc_breaking-newsCNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴Watch News18 LIVE 24×7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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