The newly constructed building near Oscar Public School crashed on Monday evening. So far, 12 people have been rescued, police said

The deceased have been identified as Saadhna, 17, and Radhika, 7, they said

A police officer said that a rescue operation is underway and more people could be trapped under the debris

The Delhi Police, in a statement issued on Monday night, said they received information about the collapse at around 7 pm. It was a new construction spread in a 200 square yards area, it said

Police said that soon after the incident which was reported to the Delhi Police and Delhi Fire Services, a rescue operation was launched

"Rescue operation is still underway. Multiple agencies like police, fire and NDRF are on the spot. Police have cordoned off the area and are collecting more details from the locals to know how many people are still trapped inside the building," said the officer

"We have launched an investigation into the matter and multiple teams have been formed. Legal action is under process against the building owner," he added

Soon after the incident, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi said on X that all possible help would be provided to the affected people

"This incident of building collapse in Burari is extremely sad. I have spoken to the local administration to ensure speedy relief and rescue operations. All possible help will be provided to the affected people," CM Atishi wrote in Hindi