India, June 3 -- Locals saw the blaze spreading and people jumping from windows in a desperate bid to escape as the fire tragedy at a B&B in Delhi's Malviya Nagar unfolded on Wednesday morning, killing at least 21 people while many others were admitted in hospital for treatment.

The blaze at Flourish Stay B&B was reported to the Delhi fire department at around 8:48 am on Wednesday, according to an official statement. Track live updates from Delhi Malviya Nagar fire here

The fire was extinguished with the assistance of eight fire tenders, per the official statement from DCP South Anant Mittal. Through the coordinated efforts of Police, Fire Services, and other emergency responders, more than 40 persons have been rescued and shifted to ne...