A six-story building under construction in Babusapalya, north Bengaluru, collapsed on Tuesday around 4 PM, resulting in the deaths of three people. Amid heavy rainfall, rescue teams managed to save three individuals, but around 16 others are feared trapped beneath the debris.
An under-construction building in the #Babusapalya area has collapsed, with three workers successfully rescued so far. According to police reports, there are concerns that 10 to 12 additional workers may still be trapped inside the debris.#Bengaluru #building pic.twitter.com/RKEPnvoJbj
---Advertisement---— Madhuri Adnal (@madhuriadnal) October 22, 2024
Unapproved Construction Site in Focus
The building, a residential complex, was being constructed without official permissions from the city’s civic authorities. One section of the building collapsed onto a nearby labor shed, further endangering workers inside. This incident has raised serious concerns about safety violations and illegal construction activities in the area.
Also Read: Two Foreign Terrorists Linked To Gagengiar Terrorist Attack, Being Tracked By Forces: JK LG Sinha
Immediate Rescue Efforts
Rescue operations were swiftly launched, with Hennur Police, BBMP officials, and fire services arriving on-site. The building’s owner, identified as realtor Munirajju, has gone missing, with authorities unable to reach him since the collapse. Emergency teams are working to locate and rescue those still trapped inside.
Difficult Conditions for Rescuers
Rescue efforts are being hampered by heavy rains and traffic in the surrounding area, making it difficult for teams to access the site quickly. Families of the trapped workers are desperately waiting for updates, urging authorities to expedite the rescue operations to save their loved ones.
Also Read: Will RJD’s Tough Stand On Seat-Sharing Jeopardize JMM’s Bid For Power In Jharkhand 2024?
