Delhi Police have registered a case under the culpable homicide provisions and other relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) following the devastating fire incident in Malviya Nagar that claimed 21 lives, reported the IANS.

According to sources, investigators have identified the hotel owner as Lokesh Bajaj. The officials are also examining the role of three business partners believed to be involved in the operation of the establishment. The partners are reportedly linked to several other hotels and guest houses across Delhi, according to the IANS.