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The recent tragedy at Rau's IAS Study Centre in Delhi's Old Rajinder Nagar has cast a shadow over the city's coaching industry, with three civil service aspirants losing their lives after being trapped in a flooded basement. The incident sparked concerns about the safety of students at these centers, particularly those operating in basements. Amidst the search and rescue efforts, reports emerged of missing students, leading to anxieties among their families and friends.
However, one such “missing” student, Kingsley Kannan, has come forward to clarify that he is safe and urged the media to stop circulating his photo. Kannan revealed that he had left the library before the tragedy struck, leaving behind 22-25 other students. While his friends initially reported him missing after failing to reach him, his image was mistakenly circulated as that of a missing student. This incident highlights the importance of verifying information before disseminating it, particularly in sensitive situations.
The incident has also prompted the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to take action against illegally run basements of coaching centers. As of Sunday night, the MCD has sealed over 13 such centers in Old Rajinder Nagar, found to be operating in violation of rules. Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi has assured that illegally operating coaching centers will not be spared. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has also formed a high-level committee to investigate the flooding of the basement, examining the circumstances, identifying responsible parties, and recommending measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.