A young life cut short in Janakpuri, West Delhi: 25-year-old Kamal Dhanyani met a tragic end when his bike veered into an unmarked pit while returning from work in Rohini late Thursday night. Discovered Friday morning, the scene has ignited fury from his family, who point fingers directly at administrative negligence.
‘I blame the administration entirely,’ declared brother Karan in a poignant media interaction. ‘The site lacked any signage or barriers. It was only in the morning that we got the devastating news from police, who assured us of their backing.’
Minister Ashish Sood, visibly moved during his on-site inspection, addressed the media. ‘Ongoing construction has affected this stretch significantly. My frequent visits confirmed safety steps were implemented,’ he noted. ‘An inquiry is underway, and we’re committed to the family’s side.’
Arriving with a team, Minister Prahlad Verma announced suspensions for three Delhi Jal Board engineers amid the three-month-long road project. Barricades stood 100 meters apart, and the hazardous pit was excavated just hours before in a traffic-free section.
Verma termed the event ‘profoundly unfortunate,’ vowing compensation and rigorous future safeguards. A dedicated Jal Board panel will deliver its report within a day. As Delhi grapples with this loss, it serves as a stark reminder of the deadly risks posed by incomplete roadworks, fueling demands for immediate systemic reforms.