A multi-storey building collapsed suddenly on Saturday evening in South Delhi’s Mehrauli area amid fears that several people may still be trapped under the debris. Rescue teams have been rushed to the site in the Saeedulajab area of Mehrauli near Saket Metro station. Rescue operations are underway as the rescuers are trying to reach out to survivors.
Officials of the Delhi Fire Service said information about the building collapse was received at around 7.44 pm. As per the reports at least four people were pulled out alive from the rubble, while search operations continue amid concerns that many more occupants could be buried beneath the rubble.The building collapse triggered a large-scale emergency response, with firefighters, police personnel and rescue teams rushing to the site.
As the scale of the damage and fear of loss of life became clear, the fire department called for reinforcements and deployed additional manpower to the site.Officials said six fire service vehicles have been sent to the spot as part of the ongoing operation. Senior officers also rushed to the location to supervise rescue efforts.Rescue personnel are carefully removing debris and searching for signs of life, with teams working through the wreckage amid fears that several people may be trapped.
Emergency responders rescued at least four people from the collapsed structure, but their condition was not immediately known.The focus of the operation remains on rescuing anyone trapped under the rubble. Officials could not confirm how many people were inside the building when it collapsed.
The collapse triggered panic in the area, as locals gathered at the site as rescue teams began operations. Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash before the multi-storey structure collapsed, hurling clouds of dust and debris across the surrounding area. Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash before the multi-storey structure collapsed, hurling clouds of dust and debris across the surrounding area.
As fire department personnel and police teams launched search and rescue operations, anxious locals were seen combing through the rubble. The narrow lane and densely built-up neighbourhood witnessed chaotic scenes as residents shouted to clear passage for rescue vehicles and personnel.
Many people used mobile phone flashlights to assist search efforts. No major damage to adjacent buildings was immediately reported. Police have cordoned off the locality to facilitate rescue work and prevent onlookers from entering the danger zone.The reason behind the building collapse is not yet known.Officials said the priority remains saving lives and ensuring that anyone trapped is brought out safely.
The entire multi-storey building collapsed, flattening into a massive mound of rubble, according to officials at the site. The building had a coaching institute on the ground floor and construction work was underway on upper floors. There is an apprehension that those trapped maybe students.
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