Thane: Building collapse leaves families and workers trapped

The exact reason for the collapse is yet to be ascertained

A devastating incident has occurred in Vardhaman compound in Bhiwandi in Maharashtra's Thane district on Saturday, April 29. A ground plus 3-storey structure collapsed at around 1.45 pm trapping workers who were working on the lower floor and families living on the second floor. The preliminary inquiry has revealed that around 22 people are believed to be trapped inside the debris.

The rescue operation is currently underway, with around 10 ambulances and a Bhiwandi fire brigade vehicle, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) officer staff, and Thane Disaster Response Force (TDRF), present at the scene. The workers and families are still trapped inside the building.

"A total of nine residents trapped under the debris were rescued with the help of the Thane Disaster Response Force personnel at the site of the incident and they were admitted to a government hospital in Bhiwandi for treatment," the release stated.

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The exact reason for the collapse is yet to be ascertained.

The incident serves as a reminder of the need for strict regulations and regular inspections to ensure the safety of buildings.

"Rescue and relief operations have been initiated at the site in Valpada area of Mankoli as several people are feared trapped in the debris," news agency PTI quoted Avinash Sawant, the chief of the regional disaster management cell, as saying.