Delhi: Man dies after falling into open sewer in Rohini

February 11, 2026

New Delhi: Days after the Janakpuri incident, a man died after falling into an open sewer in north-west Delhi’s Rohini area on Tuesday, police officials said. According to initial information, the sewer lid was left open. The incident occurred on Monday.

Begumpur Police Station received information about the matter at around 4 p.m. on Tuesday, following which a police team reached the spot, officials added.

The deceased has been identified as Birju Kumar, a labourer from Bihar’s Samastipur and was aged around 32-years. The tragic accident occurred due to the open sewer, resulting in the loss of his life, officials said.

Local residents said another person was present with the victim at the time of the incident. However, he did not inform anyone initially. When the search for the missing man began, he finally disclosed the incident following which the police were alerted.

Officials from various concerned departments later reached the spot. Local residents alleged gross negligence on the part of the authorities.

The wife and children of the deceased victim did not live in Delhi. He had planned to return to his native village soon. A local resident said that children often play in the area, the road connects to the colony, and none of the sewers had covers. After this fatal incident, residents warned that more accidents could occur if the issue is not addressed urgently.