The deadly Satya Niketan PG building collapse has put Delhi's student housing crisis under intense scrutiny after seven people were killed and six others injured in the tragedy. The incident has triggered questions over the safety and living conditions inside paying guest accommodations across South Delhi, particularly in areas heavily populated by students. What has emerged from accounts by students is a disturbing picture of cramped, overcrowded and poorly equipped accommodation, with some residents describing rooms as little more than "matchboxes." Students have alleged that they are being charged as much as ₹25,000 for windowless rooms with limited basic amenities. In some accommodations, as many as 10 residents are reportedly dependent on a single toilet. The controversy has also brought allegations of a wider 'PG mafia' network into the spotlight, with critics claiming that landlords and operators are taking advantage of the severe shortage of affordable student accommodation around Delhi's South Campus. WATCH

A massive Cockroach Janata Party protest erupted in Delhi over the alleged assault of Sanjay Kumar, father of CJP activist Nishu Azad, during a protest at Jantar Mantar. CJP supporters marched to the Parliament Street police station demanding action against influencer Swatantra Bharadwaj after a viral clip circulated in which he was seen claiming he had “cracked the skull” of Nishu Azad’s father. CJP leaders are demanding Bharadwaj’s arrest and have called for an attempt-to-murder case. Delhi Police, however, has given a different version, saying Sanjay Kumar suffered a minor injury during a scuffle and that a case was registered on his complaint. Bharadwaj has defended his actions, saying the incident was self-defence and claiming he was surrounded by 10–15 people. He has also disputed the viral clip being circulated online.