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250 evacuated after building collapse in Palghar’s Nalasopara
Around 250 residents were safely evacuated from Roshni Apartments in Nalasopara, Palghar district, after part of the four-storey building collapsed on Saturday afternoon. No injuries were reported. The collapse began when a…
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Around 250 residents were safely evacuated from Roshni Apartments in Nalasopara, Palghar district, after part of the four-storey building collapsed on Saturday afternoon. No injuries were reported. The collapse began when a balcony section on the second floor fell onto the first floor, which then gave way and hit the ground floor.
Fire brigade, Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) officials and local police carried out the evacuation. Most male residents were at work when the incident occurred around 12.30 pm. The 10-year-old building has 56 flats and has been sealed. Civic authorities will decide whether to demolish or stabilise the structure. Evacuated families are in temporary relief camps. The incident follows a fatal collapse in Bhiwandi in July that killed 10 people.
The Indian Opinion
Every local building collapse triggers a blame game between residents, builders and the municipality. In this case, quick evacuation prevented deaths, but the question remains why a 10-year-old building suffered structural failure. Poor construction, lack of maintenance, or unauthorised alterations are common suspects. What did the last structural audit report say about Roshni Apartments? That document, not the usual photo-ops, will reveal whether safety was ignored.
Source: timesnownews.com
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