Mumbai woman dies after balcony collapse at Grant Road leaves residents stranded

Rescue operations are underway at Rubinissa Manzil/ Anurag Ahire

The balcony of the Rubinissa Manzil building near Grant Road Railway Station partially collapsed earlier today. The Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) reported the incident at 11.00 am amid heavy rains in the city and surrounding areas.

The second and third floors of the four-story structure collapsed, as did the balcony and slab. Some pieces hang perilously, posing a considerable risk to inhabitants. Seven to eight residents are currently stranded on the fourth level, said officials.

According to the officials. rescue activities are underway, with various instruments being employed to securely extract individuals trapped. At 11.06 am, the MFB issued a Level I call, activating several services such as the police, 108 Ambulance, and Ward personnel. There are four fire engines, one quick response vehicle, one rescue vehicle, and a turntable ladder on site.

According to Dr Rashmee of Bhatia Hospital, four people were hurt. Unfortunately, one woman who was identified as Veera Wadia, aged 80 years old, has been confirmed deceased, while the remaining three are being treated, the officials further added.

In their latest update, the BMC stated that 13 persons including six women and one child were rescued by the Mumbai Fire Brigade by 12.50 pm. Three persons - Atul Shaha (55), Nikesh Shaha (26) and Vijay Anand (25) have been admitted to Bhatia Hospital while Siddhesh Palija (30) has been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital and is currently in the ICU. The latest update issued stated that Nikesh Shaha and Vijay Anand have been treated and discharged while Atul Shaha is currently in the ICU under observation.

Meanwhile, the Mumbai Traffic Police has closed the station road for vehicular traffic due to the building collapse.

The situation remains severe, with rescue attempts underway.

Further details awaited