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6 dead in Thane building collapse, rescue on
A four-storey building collapsed in Bhiwandi, Thane district, killing six people, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) confirmed. Rescue teams pulled two bodies and one injured woman from the rubble. Local residents…
The Story in Brief
A four-storey building collapsed in Bhiwandi, Thane district, killing six people, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) confirmed. Rescue teams pulled two bodies and one injured woman from the rubble. Local residents said repair work was underway on nearby pillars when the structure fell around 11:30 pm.
Survivors reported hearing a loud crack before the collapse, allowing several workers to escape. At least three labourers remain feared trapped. NDRF and state disaster response teams are clearing debris with heavy machinery, but darkness and the volume of rubble slowed the operation.
The Indian Opinion
Some are calling this another case of builder negligence while others blame poor enforcement. Both sides ignore the quick evacuation that saved lives because workers noticed tilting. The real test is whether Maharashtra will audit similar old structures in Bhiwandi. One number will settle the debate: how many buildings get safety certificates in the next six months?
Source: thehansindia.com
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