New Delhi, March 5 -- A 17-year-old girl lost her life after a massive fire broke out on Thursday in the densely populated Bangali Basti Jhuggi in Rithala Village, Delhi fire officials said.

The incident occurred in the densely populated jhuggi (slum) area, often called Bengali Basti, located between the metro station and Delhi Jal Board premises.

According to Delhi Fire Services, a PCR call (DD No. 14A) was received at PS Budh Vihar regarding the fire. Police and PCR teams promptly reached the spot, evacuating residents from affected jhuggis to prevent further casualties.

"On 05/03/2026, a PCR call (DD No. 14A) was received at PS Budh Vihar regarding a fire at Bangali Basti Jhuggi, Rithala Village, Delhi. Police and PCR teams reached ...