Chandigarh Building Collapse: Rescue Efforts Unfold as Two Remain Trapped
Authorities say heavy rain may have weakened the structure as rescue teams work to free two trapped workers.
- A two-storey building collapsed in Chandigarh's Industrial Area Phase-2 on Saturday near Hotel The Fern, triggering a major rescue operation as authorities worked to extract people trapped under the debris.
- Officials suspect heavy rainfall weakened the structure, as the India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for the region with showers expected to continue through Wednesday.
- The National Disaster Response Force , police, and fire teams used specialized equipment to lift debris and extract victims; four individuals were transported to the Government Medical College and Hospital for treatment.
- Chandigarh Mayor Saurabh Joshi reported that rescued workers were 'conscious and communicating,' though officials later confirmed two deaths resulted from the structural failure.
- Authorities have initiated a probe to determine circumstances leading to the collapse, while industry leaders are calling to halt renovation work during the monsoon season to prevent similar incidents.
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