New Delhi, June 27 -- Delhi Cabinet Minister Ashish Sood conducted a surprise inspection of five night shelters (rain baseras) in Delhi's Sarai Kale Khan area. During the visit, he identified serious deficiencies in the facilities and hinted at possible collusion involving the managing NGOs.

Sood blamed the shortcomings on the negligence of the previous Aam Aadmi Party government, which, he said, had failed to ensure basic services for the needy. As a result, vulnerable individuals continue to face hardships.

Immediate instructions were issued on-site to local administration, Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB), and the NGOs running the shelters to rectify the situation without delay. He warned that strict action would follow ...