Tragic Building Collapse in Navi Mumbai: One Dead, Search Operations Continue

A four-storey building in Navi Mumbai's CBD Belapur collapsed early Saturday, killing one man and trapping others. Rescue operations are underway, with two individuals already saved. The building, just 10 years old, had shown signs of cracks prior to the collapse. Officials are investigating the cause.

In a tragic incident early Saturday, a four-storey residential building collapsed in Navi Mumbai's CBD Belapur area, resulting in the death of one person. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to find two more individuals feared trapped under the debris.

The collapse happened at around 4:50 am in Shahbaz village. Authorities had managed to evacuate 52 residents, including 13 children, before the incident occurred. Two victims, Lal Mohammad and Rukhsana, were rescued and admitted to the hospital.

Municipal Commissioner Kailas Shinde announced that the cause of the collapse, which involved a building just 10 years old, is under investigation. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has directed emergency aid for the injured and affected individuals.

(With inputs from agencies.)