Malviya Nagar fire: 13 foreign nationals killed, 22 injured across 8 countries
Synopsis
A restaurant fire in Delhi's Malviya Nagar has claimed 13 foreign lives spanning eight countries — from Nigeria and Kyrgyzstan to Iraq and Bangladesh — turning a local tragedy into a multi-nation diplomatic emergency. With at least 21 total dead and the MEA scrambling to coordinate with eight embassies, the scale of international casualties puts India's urban fire-safety record under sharp scrutiny.
Key Takeaways
13 foreign nationals were killed in the Malviya Nagar fire , confirmed by the MEA on 6 June 2025 .
Victims came from eight countries : Nigeria (4), Kyrgyzstan (3), Mozambique, Liberia, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Congo, and Iraq (1 each).
Around 22 foreign nationals were also injured in the incident.
Total deaths, including Indian nationals, stand at at least 21 , with the fire breaking out at the Lemon Green Restaurant on Wednesday morning .
PM Modi announced ₹2 lakh ex-gratia from PMNRF for families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured.
The MEA is coordinating with all concerned embassies on documentation, repatriation, and medical support.
At least 13 foreign nationals were killed and around 22 others injured in the Malviya Nagar fire in New Delhi this week, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Friday, 6 June 2025. Indian authorities are coordinating with the concerned embassies to provide documentation support, medical assistance, and all other necessary aid to the affected nationals.
Nationalities of the Deceased
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, addressing a weekly media briefing in New Delhi, disclosed the breakdown of the 13 foreign fatalities: four from Nigeria, three from Kyrgyzstan, and one each from Mozambique, Liberia, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Congo, and Iraq.
'As per the available information, we have 13 foreign nationals among those who have died in the Delhi fire incident,' Jaiswal told reporters. 'We are in touch with all their embassies, and we are trying to help them in the manner that they want.'
What the MEA Said
Jaiswal confirmed that the MEA is actively intervening with local authorities to expedite paperwork and is coordinating with hospital authorities wherever medical assistance is required. 'Around 22 foreign nationals have also been injured in this particular incident,' he added.
This comes amid a broader death toll of at least 21 people — including Indian nationals — killed after a massive fire broke out at the multi-storied Lemon Green Restaurant in Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning. Dozens more were injured in the blaze.
PM Modi's Response and Financial Assistance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed distress over the incident on Wednesday and announced financial assistance from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF). An ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh will be given to the next of kin of each deceased, while the injured will receive ₹50,000 each.
The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) posted on X: 'The loss of lives due to a fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, is tragic. My condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected.'
Impact and What Comes Next
The multinational casualty profile adds a significant diplomatic dimension to what is already one of Delhi's deadliest fire incidents in recent years. With victims spanning eight countries, coordinating repatriation of remains, legal documentation, and insurance claims will require sustained inter-agency effort between Indian authorities and multiple foreign missions.
Investigations into the cause of the fire and the building's compliance with safety norms are expected to continue, with questions likely to be raised about fire safety regulations at commercial establishments in densely populated urban areas.
Point of View
But the harder work lies in repatriation logistics, insurance navigation, and family communication across multiple languages and legal systems. More fundamentally, a fire killing over 20 people in a multi-storied commercial restaurant raises urgent questions about fire-safety enforcement in Delhi's dense urban corridors — questions that have surfaced after every such incident and rarely produced lasting regulatory change.
NationPress
21 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many foreign nationals were killed in the Malviya Nagar fire?
According to the MEA, 13 foreign nationals were killed in the Malviya Nagar fire in Delhi. They came from eight countries: Nigeria, Kyrgyzstan, Mozambique, Liberia, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Congo, and Iraq.
What was the total death toll in the Malviya Nagar fire?
At least 21 people were killed in total — including both Indian and foreign nationals — after a massive fire broke out at the Lemon Green Restaurant in Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning. Dozens more were injured.
What financial assistance did PM Modi announce for fire victims?
PM Modi announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased, and ₹50,000 for each injured person.
What is India doing to help the families of foreign nationals killed in the fire?
The MEA has confirmed it is in contact with all eight concerned embassies and is coordinating with local and hospital authorities to facilitate required documentation, medical assistance, and any other support needed for the affected foreign nationals and their families.
Where exactly did the Malviya Nagar fire break out?
The fire broke out at the Lemon Green Restaurant, a multi-storied commercial establishment in the Malviya Nagar neighbourhood of New Delhi, on Wednesday morning.
