Mohali Building Collapse: Unraveling the Tragedy

The death toll in the Mohali building collapse reached two, following a devastating incident linked to unauthorized digging. Abhishek Dhanwal, 29, was recovered from the rubble, joining a 20-year-old woman who perished earlier. Rescue efforts continue, while officials face criticism over safety breaches.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chandigarh | Updated: 22-12-2024 13:51 IST | Created: 22-12-2024 13:51 IST
Mohali Building Collapse: Unraveling the Tragedy
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The tragic collapse of a building in Mohali, Punjab, has claimed two lives, as rescue efforts continue to search for survivors. The incident occurred due to unauthorized digging on an adjacent plot, according to initial reports.

A 29-year-old man, Abhishek Dhanwal, and a 20-year-old woman have been confirmed dead, with Dhanwal's body being recovered from the debris on Sunday. Authorities have launched investigations to determine accountability, with criticisms mounting over evident safety regulation violations.

As the rescue mission proceeds, involving the NDRF, Army, and state rescue teams, witnesses and officials call for stricter enforcement of building regulations to prevent future tragedies.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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