# Thane building collapse: 80 evacuated, no injuries

2026-10-04T18:27:15+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk

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A portion of the terrace gallery of a four-storey residential building collapsed in Maharashtra's Thane city on Sunday, 4 October 2026, prompting the evacuation of 80 residents. No one was injured, though debris damaged four two-wheelers parked on the premises, officials said. The incident at Sangam Sadan in Kishan Nagar was reported around 2.20 pm. Yasin Tadvi, chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, said the 35-year-old building's terrace gallery partially collapsed and the remaining portion was in a precarious condition. All residents were moved to alternative accommodation. The building will require structural repairs.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

The collapse of a 35-year-old building in Thane has displaced 80 residents, highlighting the vulnerability of ageing structures in the area. The Regional Disaster Management Cell acted swiftly to evacuate and relocate the residents, and no casualties were reported. The incident leaves unresolved questions about the building's structural integrity and the timeline for repairs, which will determine how soon the families can return.

## Coverage

- deccanchronicle.com <https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/maharashtra-80-evacuated-after-building-falls-1993130>
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