New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- Taking a very strong view of the tragic accident reported in the Janakpuri area of West Delhi on Friday, the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, has ordered immediate, time-bound action across all departments and executing agencies to prevent any recurrence of such incidents.

Expressing deep concern over lapses in safety arrangements at excavation and digging sites, the Chief Minister has directed strict enforcement of safety norms and fixed clear accountability on officers and contractors.

Following the Chief Minister's directions, the Chief Secretary has issued a comprehensive Office Memorandum mandating an eight-point safety framework to be followed without exception at all construction, repair and maintenance ...