News of a major tragedy has emerged from Mumbai. Late on the night of July 30th, Maharashtra, a four-story apartment building in the Bhiwandi area collapsed like a house of cards. Reports have emerged of numerous people being buried and killed in the incident. It has been reported that seven people have died, and many others are still trapped.
As soon as news of the Bhiwandi apartment collapse was received, the fire brigade, police, and the Municipal Corporation’s disaster management team arrived at the scene. Several people have been reported buried. Rescue operations are underway.
This apartment in Bhiwandi is called Kohinoor Apartments. The building was inaugurated in 2007 and completed in 2012. The building’s condition was poor due to its weak foundations. The Municipal Corporation had already issued a notice regarding the building, stating that it was dangerous and could lead to a major accident. And now, news of a major accident has emerged, claiming the lives of seven people.
Cracks were visible in the building
Clear cracks were visible in the building from around 6:00 pm on the day of the accident. Later, as night fell, reports of the building collapsing were received. Upon receiving the information, the Assistant Commissioner of Division Committee No. 4 arrived at the scene with his team. Upon arrival, the team began evacuating the apartment, observing the poor condition of the apartment. Some people were removing their belongings, and others had already evacuated, when the building suddenly collapsed.
The Municipal Corporation has already issued a notice
The Municipal Corporation had already issued a notice regarding the apartment that collapsed, labeling it dangerous. This accident occurred while repair work was underway on the ground floor. Current information indicates that several people were trapped and buried. The NDRF, TDRF, fire brigade, and other relief agencies are all involved in the rescue operation. The administration says that efforts are being made first to rescue those trapped in the debris.
The mayor has also issued a significant statement on this matter. He says that the building was already declared dangerous, and therefore, many people were evacuated early, averting a major disaster. He appealed to people not to take the risk of living in such a dangerous building. The mayor has also made temporary arrangements for those affected.
When this accident occurred, reports emerged of many people trapped under the debris. Meanwhile, , a resident of this apartment, somehow managed to escape the building after it collapsed. However, her daughter remained trapped in the debris. However, her daughter, who persisted, mustered her courage and pulled herself out of the ruins.
