Congress to address UPSC aspirants’ death case in Parliament.
Three civil services aspirants tragically lost their lives when water suddenly flooded the basement of Rau’s IAS Study Circle in Old Rajender Nagar. The incident occurred unexpectedly, catching the students off guard and leaving them trapped in the rapidly rising water. This tragic event has raised concerns about the safety measures in place at educational institutions, especially those situated in flood-prone areas. The loss of these young lives has deeply affected the community, prompting calls for better infrastructure and emergency preparedness to prevent such incidents in the future.
New Delhi: The Congress party is set to raise the issue of the tragic incident at a Delhi coaching center, where three UPSC aspirants lost their lives, in the Lok Sabha on Monday. The tragic event has sparked outrage and demands for accountability, with Congress MPs actively seeking a discussion in Parliament.
Congress MP Dr. Amar Singh from Punjab has moved an adjournment motion, demanding accountability for the deaths of the IAS aspirants.
Similarly, another Congress MP, Manickam Tagore, has also moved an adjournment notice in the Lower House. Tagore’s notice calls for the suspension of regular business to “immediately discuss Demanding accountability for Delhi’s infrastructure Tragedies and Tragic Losses.” This aligns with the broader concerns expressed by Congress leaders about the state of urban infrastructure and safety standards in Delhi, particularly in densely populated and commercially active areas like Old Rajender Nagar.
The tragic incident occurred on Saturday when three civil services aspirants—Shreya Yadav, Tania Soni, and Navin Delvin—were caught in a sudden water surge that flooded the basement of Rau’s IAS Study Circle, a well-known coaching center in Old Rajender Nagar. The rapid influx of water trapped the students in the basement, leading to their untimely deaths. The incident has brought to light the severe inadequacies in building safety regulations and emergency response mechanisms in the area.
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, expressed his condolences over the tragic deaths on Sunday. He highlighted the broader systemic issues contributing to such incidents, stating that common people were paying the ultimate price for unsafe construction practices, poor town planning, and a lack of institutional accountability. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Rahul Gandhi wrote in Hindi, “This collapse of infrastructure is a combined failure of the system. The common citizen is paying the price of unsafe construction, poor town planning, and irresponsibility of institutions at every level by losing his life.” His statement underscores the urgency of addressing these issues to prevent future tragedies.
The Congress party’s decision to bring this matter before Parliament reflects a broader concern about urban infrastructure safety across India, especially in major cities like Delhi. The incident at Rau’s IAS Study Circle is not an isolated case but part of a larger pattern of safety failures that endanger lives, particularly in crowded urban areas where building codes and safety regulations are often overlooked or inadequately enforced.
As the Lok Sabha prepares to discuss this issue, there is a growing call for comprehensive policy reforms to address the root causes of such tragedies. These include stricter enforcement of building codes, better urban planning, and improved emergency response systems. The Congress party, along with other opposition voices, is likely to press the government for concrete actions to enhance public safety and infrastructure resilience.
The discussion in Parliament is expected to focus not only on the immediate causes of the incident but also on the broader systemic failures that allow such tragedies to occur. This includes scrutinizing the role of local authorities, building owners, and urban planners in ensuring that safety standards are met. The incident has also raised questions about the responsibilities of coaching centers and other educational institutions in providing a safe environment for their students.
The tragic loss of Shreya Yadav, Tania Soni, and Navin Delvin has resonated widely, with many calling for justice and accountability. Their deaths have sparked a renewed debate on the state of urban infrastructure in India and the urgent need for reforms to protect the lives of residents, especially in vulnerable and overcrowded areas.
As Parliament takes up this critical issue, the outcome of the discussions could set the stage for significant policy changes. There is a clear need for a multi-faceted approach that includes stricter regulations, better enforcement, public awareness, and improved emergency services. The Congress party’s push for an adjournment motion reflects its commitment to addressing these challenges and advocating for the safety and well-being of all citizens.