Tragedy Strikes: Building Collapse in Dhenkanal

An under-construction building collapsed in Dhenkanal's Mahisapat area, injuring two people. Rescue operations led by SP Abhinav Sonkar are underway, with additional fire teams and equipment deployed. The situation remains fluid as authorities work to gather more details and ensure the safety of the site.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 09-10-2024 21:07 IST | Created: 09-10-2024 21:07 IST
Tragedy Strikes: Building Collapse in Dhenkanal
Under-construction building collapsed in Dhenkanal. (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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In a tragic incident on Wednesday, an under-construction building collapsed in Dhenkanal's Mahisapat area, according to local authorities.

District Superintendent of Police, Abhinav Sonkar, provided an update saying two individuals have been successfully rescued following the mishap. Emergency responders, including fire teams, have been deployed, with additional crews and machinery arriving at the scene.

"A construction work was ongoing when the structure gave way," Sonkar stated. While rescue efforts continue, authorities are still piecing together details surrounding the collapse.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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