Heavy rains created havoc in Bengaluru, building under construction collapsed, 3 died on the spot

By News Update On Oct 22, 2024

Heavy rains in Karnataka's capital Bengaluru have created an outcry. Meanwhile, an under-construction building collapsed here, due to which 3 people died after being buried under the debris. It is being said that many people are trapped in this. This incident took place in Horamavu Agra area of Bengaluru East. At present, emergency services have reached the spot to search for the workers.

Two rescue vans of the fire and emergency department are engaged in rescue operations. Giving information about this incident, the officials said that this incident happened at a time when it was raining heavily in the city. The rescue team has confirmed that the bodies of three people have been recovered from the debris. However, efforts are being made to rescue other laborers trapped under the debris.

A under construction Building collapsed in Babusabpalya area in KRpuram #BengaluruRains @BlrCityPolice and emergency services reached spot. Rescue operations underway.
As per information more than ten people trapped and one died. pic.twitter.com/d73dk64kb2
— Madhu M (@MadhunaikBunty) October 22, 2024

Many people buried under the debris

A senior police officer said, “More than 10 people are feared trapped inside the building and the rescue operation is being carried out in a coordinated effort with the help of other agencies.” A fire department official said that preliminary investigation revealed that the entire building collapsed due to which many people were trapped under the debris.

NDRF-SDRF rescue continues

Let us tell you that NDRF and SDRF teams are also engaged in relief and rescue operations. The debris is being removed with the help of crane. The workers involved in the rescue operation are trying to find the people trapped under the debris and pull them out. Many videos regarding this are also going viral on social media.

What did Deputy CM Shivkumar say

Here, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said regarding this incident that the government cannot stop the disaster. But necessary steps are being taken for relief and rescue. Many teams have been deployed to save people's lives. Water is being removed from apartments and low-lying areas through pumps. Teams of state and national disaster response forces are engaged in relief work.