Tragedy Strikes: Building Collapse in Babusapalya

A seven-storey building under construction collapsed in Babusapalya, resulting in the recovery of five bodies and injuring five others. Rescue operations are ongoing with teams from various emergency forces. Heavy rain was witnessed at the time of the incident, complicating rescue efforts.

A tragic incident unfolded in Babusapalya as an under-construction building collapsed, leading to the loss of five lives, officials confirmed Wednesday.

Rescue teams, including the fire and emergency services, National Disaster Response Force, and State Disaster Response Force, have been intensively working since Tuesday to save those trapped.

The catastrophe struck amid heavy rainfall, further complicating the rescue mission. Authorities report 13 individuals have been rescued so far while efforts continue to find three people potentially still trapped.

(With inputs from agencies.)