Maharashtra: Building collapses in Bhiwandi; eight dead, rescue operations underway
A three-story building collapsed in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi, early this morning, taking the lives of at least eight people. As per the latest reports, a child was among those who have been rescued. The building was situated at the Patel compound near Dhamankar Naka. An official told PTI that the incident happened around 3:40 am, while the residents were still sleeping. Here's more.
The child, who was pulled out from beneath the debris, has been rushed to the hospital. Initially, reports suggested 20-25 people were trapped in the building. Apart from NDRF, fire brigade and police teams are also involved in the rescue. The 30-year-old building was to be repaired and municipal authorities had earlier issued a notice. The residents were asked to vacate it, reports News18.
#WATCH Maharashtra: Rescue operation by NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) underway at the site of building collapse in Bhiwandi, Thane.
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2020
Eight people have lost their lives in the incident which took place earlier today. pic.twitter.com/dFvXwhHPH3
